Sourdough Pizza

Hey pizza enthusiasts and homemade dough darlings (is that too weird of a term? we're going with it)! Today, I'm bringing you a slice of heaven with our house's favorite Friday night tradition – Homemade Sourdough Pizza!

Sourdough and its origins

Now, let's chat about sourdough, the ancient art of bread making. Did you know sourdough dates back to ancient Egypt? It's not just a trend; it's a time-honored tradition that adds a uniquely tangy, deep flavor to any bread, including our beloved pizza!

There's something magical about sourdough. It's not just the taste – which, by the way, is absolutely delish – but also its health benefits. Sourdough fermentation helps break down gluten and makes nutrients more accessible, which is a big win for our stomachs!

Making dough from scratch

I know, I know, making dough from scratch can be intimidating – it's sticky, it's messy, and it seems to have a mind of its own. But trust me, once you get the hang of it, there's no going back. The satisfaction of stretching out that perfect, bubbly dough is unbeatable. And let's talk about toppings – they're endlessly customizable! Whether you're all about veggies or a faux cheese fanatic, you can make it your own. If you're not a tomato sauce person, check out this 10-minute pesto recipe to add instead!

And for those who really want to take their pizza game up a notch, invest in a pizza stone. It’s been a total game-changer in my kitchen, giving that irresistible, crispy base we all crave. Making sourdough pizza every Friday has become our delicious kickoff to the weekend – it's a tradition that's as fun to make as it is to eat!

Sourdough Pizza

Embrace the art of homemade with this Sourdough Pizza – tangy, nutritious sourdough crust meets your favorite toppings for a custom, delicious creation.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 15 minutes mins

Resting Time 2 hours hrs 30 minutes mins

Total Time 2 hours hrs 55 minutes mins

Course Main Course

Cuisine Italian

Servings 3 people

Ingredients

  

• 1 cup sourdough starter ideally not fed within the last 6 hours
• 2 ½ cups flour
• ½ teaspoon of instant yeast
• 1 teaspoon salt
• ½ - ¾ cup lukewarm water may need additional if it is too dry
• 2 tablespoon cornmeal optional but recommended

Toppings

• Tomato Sauce (or pesto!)
• Cheese (I love adding a pourable vegan mozzarella)
• Peppers + onions (or whatever else you'd like!)
• Sea Salt Flakes to sprinkle

Instructions

 

• Ensure your sourdough starter has been fed in the last day or so then add your pizza dough ingredients (besides the cornmeal) together in a large stand mixer with the dough hook. Mix for 6-8 minutes (you might need to add more water if your dough is too dry or more flour if your dough is too wet)
• Place your dough in a lightly greased bowl for 2-4 hours to rise (until it doubles in size)
• Preheat your oven to 450F (for best results preheat with a pizza stone in the oven for 45-60 minutes)
• Sprinkle some flour on a large cutting board and divide the dough in 2 to make 2 personal 12" pizzas.
• Roll out your dough then place on a pizza pan covered in a circle the size of your dough with cornmeal (or parchment paper if using a pizza stone)
• Sauce and top your pizza then cook for 14-17 minutes
• Storage: airtight container in the fridge, up to 4 days

I can't wait for you to join me in this delicious tradition of making Vegan Sourdough Pizza! There's something so rewarding about creating your own pizza from scratch, and I promise, it's worth every sticky, floury moment. I'd love to hear how your sourdough adventures go, so please rate and review the recipe, and share your topping triumphs. Here's to many more fun, flavorful pizza nights!