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    Home » Food and Drink » Pizza

    How to Make Vegan Pizza

    Published: Nov 5, 2019 · Modified: Nov 13, 2022 by Jenna Urben · This post may contain affiliate links

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    Learn How to Make Vegan Pizza in 30 minutes with common ingredients, including Fleischmann's® RapidRise® Yeast. This easy recipe is perfect for beginners!


    Pizza night, anyone? If you've never tried baking your own pizza dough at home, you're in for a treat! All you need are a few pantry staples, including Fleischmann's® RapidRise® Yeast, your favorite toppings, and you're ready to go.

    I remember when I first started baking with yeast. It was a little intimidating at first but a whole lot of fun! After I made my first batch of homemade bagels, I couldn't stop! I wanted to bake everything! I made our first homemade vegan pizza for us about 3 years ago, and now we make it for every pizza night, birthday celebration, and holiday.

    30 Minute Vegan Pizza Crust

    The result of our homemade crust is golden brown, topped with fresh flavorful vegetables, ready in no time. The taste of homemade dough is unlike anything else you've ever tried! Plus, there's something special knowing that you made it yourself. The mixing, measuring, and pouring is all worth it once you take that first bite!

    Vegan Pizza Toppings

    Pile the toppings high with your favorite vegetables! Here are a few of my favorite toppings:

    • Dairy-free cheese
    • Olives
    • Bell pepper
    • Red onion
    • Mushrooms
    • Artichoke hearts
    • Zucchini

    Tips for Homemade Pizza

    • Follow the instructions on the package of Fleischmann's® RapidRise® Yeast.
    • The water should be lukewarm and not hot, otherwise it will kill the yeast.
    • Use a thermometer to check the temperature of the water – it should be heated to 120˚F-130˚F.
    • If you don’t have a thermometer, water should feel very warm to the touch.
    • Make sure that the yeast isn’t expired! That’s often the reason of “not rising”.
    • To knead dough, add just enough flour to the dough and your hands to keep them from sticking. Flatten the dough and fold it towards you, using the palms of your hands, push the dough away with a rolling motion. Rotate dough a quarter turn and repeat the steps until it’s smooth and elastic.
    • If the dough becomes too sticky, add a little more flour!

    Want more recipes using yeast?

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    • Homemade White Bread
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    • Homemade Pita Bread

    How to Make Vegan Pizza

    Learn How to Make Vegan Pizza in 30 minutes with common ingredients, including Fleischmann's® RapidRise® Yeast. This easy recipe is perfect for beginners!
    5 from 4 votes
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    Prep Time 15 mins
    Cook Time 15 mins
    Course Main Course
    Servings 1 (12-inch) pizza

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 ¾ - 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
    • 1 envelope Fleischmann's® RapidRise® Yeast
    • 1 ½ teaspoons sugar
    • ¾ teaspoon salt
    • ⅔ cup very warm water (120° to 130°F)
    • 3 tablespoons canola oil
    • 1 cup pizza sauce
    • 1 - 2 cups dairy-free shredded mozzarella cheese
    • Other toppings as desired
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    Instructions
     

    • Preheat oven to 425°F.
    • In a large bowl, combine 1 cup flour, undissolved yeast, sugar, and salt. Add very warm water and oil. Mix until well combined, about 1 minute. Gradually, add enough remaining flour to make a soft dough. You may not have to use all of it.
    • Dough should form a ball and will be slightly sticky. Knead on a floured surface, adding additional flour, if needed. Continue to knead until smooth and elastic, about 4 minutes. Let rest for 10 minutes.
    • Pat dough with floured hands and transfer to a greased pizza pan or baking sheet. Form a rim by pinching the edge of the dough.
    • Spread with pizza sauce, sprinkle on dairy-free cheese, and top with desired toppings.
    • Bake on lowest oven rack for about 15 minutes, until crust is golden brown.
    Did you make this recipe?Please leave a star rating or review in the form below, then snap a picture and tag me @theurbenlife on Instagram!

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    About Jenna Urben

    Jenna Urben is the recipe developer, content creator, and storyteller behind The Urben Life. She has over 10 years experience adapting family favorite meals to fit allergy-friendly diets. Join Jenna as she shares delicious dairy-free recipes that are easy to follow with plenty of tips and alternatives.

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    1. susie liberatore

      November 07, 2019 at 8:11 pm

      Super simple and easy to make thanks for sharing.

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      • Jenna | The Urben Life

        November 08, 2019 at 7:12 am

        Absolutely 🙂 Thanks, Susie!

        Reply
    2. Rachel

      November 06, 2019 at 10:22 am

      Pizza dough definitely seems like an easy thing to make vegan. I love using that yeast. I think it is so magical to watch the dough rise.

      Reply
      • Jenna | The Urben Life

        November 07, 2019 at 4:30 pm

        It's one of my favorite parts 🙂 I hope you try this recipe out!

        Reply
    3. Kelly Bolen

      November 06, 2019 at 8:57 am

      5 stars
      Many of the vegan and gluten free pizzas I have tried I have not liked. But this looks amazing!!!!! I can't wait to try it!

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      • Jenna | The Urben Life

        November 06, 2019 at 9:01 am

        Thanks, Kelly 🙂 I haven't tested this recipe using GF flour but it should be an easy swap!

        Reply
    4. Jen Mugridge

      November 06, 2019 at 7:14 am

      I'm not even vegan, but this looking delicious! I wonder if a mini version would work in the air fryer? Thanks for the share!

      Reply
      • Jenna | The Urben Life

        November 06, 2019 at 7:31 am

        I haven't tried, so be sure to let me know how it turns out 🙂

        Reply
    5. Alexis

      November 05, 2019 at 10:48 pm

      I'm not vegan, but I love pizza and this looks good. So I'm definitely interested in trying it!

      Reply
      • Jenna | The Urben Life

        November 06, 2019 at 7:32 am

        The great thing is that it's almost accidentally vegan, so everybody can enjoy it 🙂

        Reply
    6. Karen

      November 05, 2019 at 10:08 pm

      5 stars
      We love artichoke hearts, black olives and pineapple on our pizzas! Yummy!

      Reply
      • Jenna | The Urben Life

        November 06, 2019 at 7:31 am

        YUM! I've never tried pineapple on pizza... I have the craving to try it from time to time though 🙂

        Reply
    7. Patricia @ Grab a Plate

      November 05, 2019 at 8:33 pm

      5 stars
      This is great, and so easy! Friday night is pizza night at my house. I'm keeping this recipe on hand!

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      • Jenna | The Urben Life

        November 06, 2019 at 7:33 am

        Thanks, Patricia 🙂 We love pizza night over here too! Enjoy

        Reply
    8. Sarah Althouse

      November 05, 2019 at 2:21 pm

      I'm not vegan but have friends who are so this will be helpful if I have them for dinner!

      Reply
      • Jenna | The Urben Life

        November 05, 2019 at 2:23 pm

        Absolutely 🙂 Such a great base and then everybody can add whatever toppings they choose!

        Reply
    9. Noelle

      November 05, 2019 at 12:08 pm

      5 stars
      crazy simple! Love the flavors, my favorite cheese sub!

      Reply
      • Jenna | The Urben Life

        November 05, 2019 at 12:52 pm

        Thanks so much, Noelle 🙂

        Reply

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