Vegan Garlic Knot Pizza
Ingredients
- 2 1 lb packages of store-bought fresh pizza dough
- 2 tbs olive oil
- 1/4 tsp garlic salt
- 1 tbs vegan parmesan
- 3 cups vegan mozzarella
- 1/2 cup pizza sauce
- Extra flour and/or cornmeal for dusting
Optional toppings
- Vegan ranch dressing
- Crushed red pepper
- Fresh basil
- Dried oregano
Preparation
Heat oven to 400F/200C.
After the dough has risen properly (should take about an hour on the counter), on a floured surface, cut the dough ball into four equal-sized pieces, then cut those pieces into three pieces, and then cut those pieces in half.
Roll each piece into a 5-inch rope, using extra flour if sticking, then wrap it around two fingers and thread it into a knot. Repeat for all knots and set aside.
Lightly dust a large baking sheet with flour or cornmeal and set aside.
Stretch out the pizza dough to desired size and shape and lay it on the prepared baking sheet. Lightly brush the border with olive oil, avoiding spillage over the side to prevent sticking.
Lay garlic knots all along the border, then carefully brush each one with olive oil. Sprinkle each knot with garlic salt and vegan parmesan.
Spread pizza sauce evenly over the pizza then sprinkle on the mozzarella.
Place in the oven on the lowest rack and bake for 20-25 minutes, then move to a higher rack and broil for 1-2 minutes for maximum cheese meltiness.
Tips
Ensure vegan mozzarella is at room temperature for better melting.
Consider grabbing a third package of dough for extra garlic knots if needed.
