Homemade Vegan Pizza with Cauliflower Cheese

For the Dough:

  • 3 cups all-purpose flour (360g)
  • 1 packet (2 1/4 tsp) active dry yeast
  • 1 tbsp sugar
  • 1 1/2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 cup warm water (110-115°F or 43-46°C)
  • 1/2 tsp salt

For the Vegan Cheese:

  • 1/2 head cauliflower (about 375g)
  • 3.5 tbsp tapioca flour
  • 1 tbsp nutritional yeast
  • 1-2 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
  • 1/2–1 cup unsweetened, unflavored non-dairy milk

For the Pizza Sauce:

  • 3/4 cup tomato sauce
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp dried parsley
  • 1/4 tsp dried oregano
  • A pinch of red pepper flakes

Instructions

1. Prepare the Dough

  1. Warm the water to 110-115°F (43-46°C)—just hot enough to activate the yeast.
  2. Dissolve the sugar and yeast in the warm water. Let it sit for 10 minutes until foamy and aromatic.
  3. In a large bowl, combine half the flour and salt. Gradually mix in the olive oil and activated yeast mixture.
  4. Add the remaining flour, mixing until a sticky dough forms.
  5. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 1 minute, adding more flour if too sticky. The dough should be smooth and elastic.
  6. Shape the dough into a ball, place it in an oiled bowl, cover with a dish towel, and let it rise for 30 minutes or until doubled in size.

2. Make the Vegan Cheese