Vegan Pizza Dough
Soft, elastic, and easy to work with, this vegan pizza dough bakes into a beautifully golden crust with a tender chewy center and just the right amount of crispiness around the edges. Whether you prefer a thin, crispy pizza or a thicker, bakery-style crust, this versatile dough creates the perfect foundation for all your favorite toppings.
Simple ingredients come together to create a dough that's full of homemade flavor and satisfying texture. From classic veggie-loaded pizzas to creative gourmet combinations, this recipe turns pizza night into something truly special. Fresh from the oven, warm, and perfectly golden, it's the kind of homemade comfort that brings everyone to the table.
- 1 1/2 cups warm water (120° F)
- 1 packet active dry yeast (1/4 ounce)
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 3 1/2 - 4 cups all purpose flour (plus extra for rolling)
- 1 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil (for oiling the bowl)
- 1/4 cup semolina or cornmeal (for dusting the board)
- 1
Combine the water, dry yeast, and sugar. Stir until dissolved and set aside for 10 minutes.
- 2
Meanwhile, whisk together the flour and sea salt in a large bowl.
- 3
Make a well in the center and pour in the yeast mixture. Slowly stir, beginning in the center, working the flour into the yeast mixture until just combined.
- 4
Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and start kneading with the palm of your hand, pushing it away from your body. Do this continuously for 8 to 10 minutes until the dough is smooth.
- 5
Form a ball and place it in a large, lightly oiled bowl.
Cover with plastic wrap and set in a warm spot for 1 hour.
- 6
Remove the plastic wrap and punch down the dough. Roll it out onto a lightly floured surface, and knead it a few more times. Divide the dough into 3 to 4 pieces. Form each piece into a ball and place them back in the oiled bowl. Cover and set aside for 10 minutes.
Your pizza dough is now ready to use!
- 7
With your fingers and the palm of your hand, gently flatten the ball of dough on a lightly floured surface and form a circle. Sprinkle the top with a thin layer of semolina or cornmeal, just enough to keep it from sticking, then turn it over and place it on a pizza peel or pan. Continue spreading it out with your fingers until you've reached the desired size.
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Brush the edges of the dough lightly with olive oil, then top it with sauce, followed by all your favorite toppings.
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Bake at 475° to 500° for approximately 15 to 18 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown.
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