Bring a touch of creativity to your table with this fun and delicious heart-shaped vegan pizza! Perfect for any time of the year, this recipe features a homemade crust, vibrant tomato sauce, melty vegan cheese, and all your favorite toppings. It’s a great way to spread joy and make mealtime extra special, whether for family dinners or casual gatherings.
Dough preparation : 15min
Dough Rising : 1h
Shaping+Topping : 15min
Preparation
1. Prepare the Dough:
• In a large bowl, combine 7 g of instant yeast with the 240 ml of warm water. Let it sit for 5 minutes until the yeast activates.
• Add 1 Tbsp of olive oil, salt, and roughly half of the all-purpose flour (about 150 g). Mix until a soft dough forms.
• Gradually add the remaining 150 g of flour, kneading for 5–8 minutes until smooth and elastic.
2. Let it Rise:
• Grease the bowl lightly, place the dough inside, and cover it with a clean cloth.
• Allow it to rise for 1 hour in a warm area until it has doubled in size.
3. Shape the Dough into a Heart:
• After the dough has risen, place it onto a clean surface dusted lightly with flour. Roll the entire dough into a flat oval or circular shape using a rolling pin.
• To create the heart shape, use your fingers to gently pinch or pull the top center of the oval outward to form the “dip” at the top of the heart (where the two curved sections meet).
• Then press the bottom of the dough gently, shaping it into a point to form the tip of the heart.
• If necessary, for a cleaner look, use a knife to carefully trim the edges and smooth out the shape.
4. Add toppings:
• Place your heart-shaped dough on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a pizza stone.
• Spread the pizza sauce evenly over the dough.
• Layer the vegan cheese onto the sauce, sprinkle the Red Star Nutritional Yeast for a cheesy flavor, and decorate with your favorite toppings.
5. Brush the Crust:
• Brush the exposed edges of the crust with olive oil for a crispy and golden finish after baking.
6. Bake:
• Bake the pizza in the preheated oven for 12–15 minutes at 230°C (450°F), or until the crust is golden and the toppings are hot and bubbly.
7. Serve and Enjoy:
• Allow the pizza to cool slightly, then serve your heart-shaped masterpiece warm. Share the love with family and friends
Ingredients
For the Dough:
• 7 g instant yeast (1 packet)
• 240 ml warm water (about 110°F/43°C)
• 1 Tbsp olive oil (15 ml)
• 300 g all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour, if needed)
• 4 g salt
For the Toppings:
• 120 g pizza sauce
• 90 g shredded vegan cheese (mozzarella-style or your favorite option)
• 30 g Red Star® Nutritional Yeast (5 Tbsp)
• Cherry tomatoes (halved)
• Fresh spinach leaves
• Sliced mushrooms
• Olives
• Thinly sliced red onions
• Vegan pepperoni slices
• Olive oil, for brushing