Plant-Powered Perfection: How to Create Woodfired Vegan Pizza

Piccolino has been a long-standing Italian restaurant in North Fitzroy, Australia. Many menus are served; one of the most favourite is Woodfired Vegan Pizza. 

This one menu will reveal how to make it. There will be many vegan pizzas with various toppings on it. Check out how to make the best vegan pizza from Piccolino so you can practice it quickly. 

Step by step, create Woodfired Vegan Pizza

Margherita Woodfired Vegan Pizza

Let's dive into making a delicious woodfired vegan Margherita pizza. This classic pizza is all about simplicity and fresh flavours. Here's how you can create your plant-based version:

Ingredients:

• Pizza dough: You can use store-bought or homemade pizza dough. Whole wheat dough works well.
• Marinara sauce: Use the base of marinara sauce, pizza sauce, or seasoned tomato sauce.
• Tomatoes: Thinly sliced tomatoes are traditional.
• Vegan cheese: Opt for store-bought vegan mozzarella or homemade vegan mozzarella (recipe forthcoming!).
• Fresh basil: Fresh basil leaves add that essential Margherita flavour.
• Seasonings: A little olive oil for greasing the pan and a sprinkle of salt and pepper.

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven and Prep the Dough:

• Preheat your oven to 425°F (about 220°C).
• Grease a baking sheet with olive oil.
• Add the pizza dough to the sheet and use your fingers to spread it out evenly into your desired pizza shape (round, oval, square, etc.).

2. Add Margherita Pizza Toppings:

• Spread marinara sauce evenly over the dough using a spoon.
• Arrange the thinly sliced tomatoes on top.
• Sprinkle the vegan mozzarella cheese over the tomatoes.
• Finish with a sprinkle of salt and pepper for flavour.

3. Bake the Pizza:

• Place the baking sheet with the pizza into the preheated oven on the middle baking rack.
• Bake for approximately 12-15 minutes until the pizza dough is cooked and the toppings begin to brown.
• Check the pizza around the 10-minute mark to prevent overcooking.

4. Garnish and Serve:

• Once the pizza is done, please remove it from the oven and rest for a few minutes.
• Transfer the pizza to a cutting board.
• Add fresh basil leaves and desired garnishes (red pepper flakes or nutritional yeast).
• Slice into triangles or squares, and enjoy your homemade vegan Margherita pizza!

French Fries Baby Woodfired Vegan Pizza

Let's create a unique and flavorful French Fries Baby Woodfired Vegan Pizza with a twist. This fusion combines the crispy goodness of French fries with the classic Margherita pizza. Here's how you can make it:

Ingredients:

• Pizza Dough:

• 2 1/2 cups wheat flour
• 1/2 cup oatmeal
• 1/2 tbsp instant dry yeast
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil
• 3/4 cup water
• 1 tsp sugar
• 1 tsp salt

• Toppings:

• 200 g French fries (partially fried)
• 1 green bell pepper (sliced)
• 1 cup tomato puree
• Vegan mozzarella (as desired)
• Fresh basil leaves (optional)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Pizza Dough:

• Combine all the pizza dough ingredients (wheat flour, oatmeal, yeast, vegetable oil, water, sugar, and salt).
• Knead the dough until smooth and roll it out into a circle.
• Lay the pizza dough into a greased baking pan and let it ferment for 20 minutes.

2. Assemble the Pizza:

• Spread half of the tomato puree (1/2 cup) evenly on the pizza dough.
• Arrange the partially fried French fries and sliced green bell pepper on top.
• Sprinkle the remaining tomato puree (1/2 cup) and ground black pepper over the toppings.
• Add vegan mozzarella as desired.

3. Wood-Fire Baking:

• Preheat your woodfired oven to around 180°C (356°F).
• Place the pizza in the oven and bake for about 35 minutes or until the crust is golden and crispy.
• Keep an eye on it to avoid overcooking.

4. Serve and Enjoy:

• Remove the pizza from the oven.
• Garnish with fresh basil leaves if desired.
• Slice and serve your unique French Fries Baby Woodfired Vegan Pizza!

Potato Head Woodfired Vegan Pizza

Let's create a delightful Potato Head Woodfired Vegan Pizza with various flavours. This pizza features thinly sliced potatoes, aromatic rosemary, and a drizzle of balsamic glaze. Here's how you can make it:

Ingredients:

• Pizza Dough:

• 250 g strong flour
• 250 g all-purpose flour
• 10 g salt
• 7 g sachet fast-action dried yeast
• 320 ml lukewarm water
• 1 tbsp olive oil

• Toppings:

• 3 medium potatoes, thinly sliced
• Dry rosemary
• Sea salt
• 2 garlic cloves, grated finely
• Vegan mozzarella (as desired)
• Red onion slices
• Balsamic glaze (for drizzling)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Pizza Dough:

• In a large bowl, whisk together the water and salt until the salt is completely dissolved.
• Mix in the flour and yeast to form a dough.
• Knead the dough until smooth, then let it rest and rise for about 45 minutes.

2. Prepare the Potato Topping:

• Peel the potatoes and slice them very thinly using a mandolin slicer or a sharp knife.
• Rinse the sliced potatoes and soak them in lukewarm water with a teaspoon of salt for at least 1 hour.
• Drain and pat dry the potato slices.

3. Assemble the Pizza:

• Roll out the pizza dough into your desired shape.
• Spread the grated garlic mixed with olive oil over the dough.
• Arrange the thinly sliced potatoes evenly on top.
• Sprinkle with dry rosemary and sea salt.
• Add vegan mozzarella and red onion slices.

4. Wood-Fire Baking:

• Preheat your woodfired oven to around 180°C (356°F).
• Place the pizza in the oven and bake for about 12 minutes or until the crust is golden and crispy.

5. Serve and Drizzle:

• Remove the pizza from the oven.
• Drizzle with balsamic glaze.
• Slice and enjoy your Potato Head Woodfired Vegan Pizza!

The combination of creamy potatoes, fragrant rosemary, and tangy balsamic glaze will make this pizza a memorable treat!

4 Formaggi Woodfired Vegan Pizza

Let's explore the process of crafting a delicious Quattro Formaggi Woodfired Vegan Pizza. This renowned Italian dish boasts a blend of four distinct vegan cheeses atop a thin and crispy pizza base. Below, I'll guide you through the steps to craft your plant-based rendition.

Ingredients:

• Pizza Dough:

• 250 grams of solid flour (preferably Italian Tipo 00)
• 250 grams of all-purpose flour
• 10 grams of salt
• 7 grams sachet of fast-action dried yeast
• 320 millilitres of lukewarm water
• 1 tablespoon of olive oil

• Toppings:

• Tomato sauce (or skip for a white pizza)
• Vegan mozzarella (essential)
• Vegan gorgonzola
• Vegan provolone
• Vegan grana padano (Parmigiano Reggiano)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Pizza Dough:

• Mix the flour, salt, and yeast in a bowl, ensuring the salt and yeast are on opposite sides.
• Add warm water and olive oil to form a rough dough.
• Knead the dough until smooth and elastic (about 10 minutes).
• Let the dough rise in a greased bowl for 2-3 hours or until tripled in size.

2. Assemble the Pizza:

• Roll out the pizza dough into your desired shape.
• Place it on a tray sprinkled with semolina or flour.
• Spread tomato sauce (if using) evenly over the dough.
• Top with vegan mozzarella, gorgonzola, provolone, and grana padano.

3. Wood-Fire Baking:

• Preheat your woodfired oven to around 180°C (356°F).
• Place the pizza in the oven and bake for about 12 minutes or until the crust is golden and crispy.

4. Serve and Enjoy:

• Remove the pizza from the oven.
• Slice and savour the melty, cheesy goodness of your Quattro Formaggi Woodfired Vegan Pizza!

Eggplant Parmigiana Woodfired Vegan Pizza

Let's create a mouthwatering Eggplant Parmigiana Woodfired Vegan Pizza that combines the flavours of the classic Italian dish with the smokiness of a woodfired oven. This pizza features roasted or fried eggplant slices, rich tomato sauce, and vegan cheeses. Here's how to make it:

Ingredients:

• Pizza Dough:

• 250 g strong flour (preferably Italian Tipo 00)
• 250 g all-purpose flour
• 10 g salt
• 7 g sachet fast-action dried yeast
• 320 ml lukewarm water
• 1 tbsp olive oil

• Toppings:

• Tomato Sauce (Napoli): Use tomato passata or tomato puree for the base.
• Fried Eggplants: Thinly slice eggplants and either deep fry or roast them until tender.
• Vegan Mozzarella: It's creamy and gooey, just like traditional mozzarella.
• Grated Vegan Parmesan: For that savoury umami flavour.
• Fresh Basil Leaves: Fragrant and essential for the classic parmigiana taste.

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Pizza Dough:

• Mix the flour, salt, and yeast in a bowl.
• Add warm water and olive oil to form a rough dough.
• Knead until smooth and let it rise for 2-3 hours.

2. Assemble the Pizza:

• Roll out the pizza dough into your desired shape.
• Spread tomato sauce (Napoli) evenly over the dough.
• Arrange the fried or roasted eggplant slices on top.
• Sprinkle with vegan mozzarella and grated vegan parmesan.
• Finish with fresh basil leaves.

3. Wood-Fire Baking:

• Preheat your woodfired oven to around 180°C (356°F).
• Place the pizza in the oven and bake for about 12 minutes or until the crust is golden and crispy.

4. Serve and Enjoy:

• Remove the pizza from the oven.
• Slice and savour the delightful combination of flavours in your Eggplant Parmigiana Woodfired Vegan Pizza!

Melanzana Woodfired Vegan Pizza

Let's embark on the journey of making a Melanzane Woodfired Vegan Pizza inspired by the flavours of Italy. This pizza features smoky grilled eggplant, tangy balsamic glaze, and a medley of delightful toppings. Here's how to create this plant-based masterpiece:

Ingredients:

• Pizza Dough:

• 250 g strong flour (preferably Italian Tipo 00)
• 250 g all-purpose flour
• 10 g salt
• 7 g sachet fast-action dried yeast
• 320 ml lukewarm water
• 1 tbsp olive oil

• Toppings:

• Tomato Sauce (Napoli): Use tomato passata or tomato puree for the base.
• Grilled Eggplant: Thinly slice eggplant and grill until tender and smoky.
• Vegan Mozzarella: It's creamy and melty, just like traditional mozzarella.
• Radicchio Leaves: Adds a hint of bitterness and vibrant colour.
• Balsamic Glaze: Drizzle generously for that sweet and tangy kick.
• Shaved Vegan Grana: For a nutty and savoury finish.

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Pizza Dough:

• Combine the flour, salt, and yeast in a bowl.
• Incorporate warm water and olive oil to create a coarse dough.
• Knead the mixture until it's smooth.
• Allow it to rise for 2-3 hours.

2. Assemble the Pizza:

• Roll out the pizza dough into your desired shape.
• Spread tomato sauce (Napoli) evenly over the dough.
• Arrange the grilled eggplant slices on top.
• Scatter radicchio leaves for colour and flavour.
• Add vegan mozzarella generously.
• Drizzle with balsamic glaze.

3. Wood-Fire Baking:

• Preheat your woodfired oven to around 180°C (356°F).
• Place the pizza in the oven and bake for about 12 minutes or until the crust is golden and crispy.

4. Serve and Savor:

• Remove the pizza from the oven.
• Sprinkle with shaved vegan Grana for that umami richness.
• Slice and enjoy your Melanzane Woodfired Vegan Pizza!

The smoky eggplant, tangy balsamic, and creamy mozzarella will transport you to an Italian trattoria. Buon appetito!

Pumpkin Woodfired Vegan Pizza

Let's craft a mouthwatering Pumpkin Woodfired Vegan Pizza that pays homage to the autumn season. This pizza showcases roasted pumpkin, velvety vegan cheeses, toasted walnuts, and zesty rocket (arugula). The handcrafted crust infuses an extra layer of care. Here's your step-by-step guide:

Ingredients:

• Pizza Dough (Handmade):

• 250 g strong flour (preferably Italian Tipo 00)
• 250 g all-purpose flour
• 10 g salt
• 7 g sachet fast-action dried yeast
• 320 ml lukewarm water
• 1 tbsp olive oil

• Toppings:

• Pumpkin: Roasted pumpkin slices (Hokkaido pumpkin or butternut squash work well).
• Vegan Mozzarella: Creamy and melty.
• Vegan Gorgonzola: For a tangy kick.
• Walnuts: Toasted and chopped.
• Rocket (Arugula): Fresh and peppery.
• Balsamic Glaze: Drizzle for sweetness and depth.
• Handmade Love: Because everything tastes better when made with care.

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Pizza Dough:

• Mix the flour, salt, and yeast in a bowl.
• Add warm water and olive oil to form a rough dough.
• Knead until smooth and let it rise for 2-3 hours.

2. Assemble the Pizza:

• Roll out the pizza dough into your desired shape.
• Spread a thin layer of tomato sauce (or skip for a white pizza).
• Arrange the roasted pumpkin slices evenly.
• Scatter chunks of vegan mozzarella and crumbles of vegan gorgonzola.
• Sprinkle with toasted walnuts.
• Drizzle with balsamic glaze.

3. Wood-Fire Baking:

• Preheat your woodfired oven to around 180°C (356°F).
• Place the pizza in the oven and bake for about 12 minutes or until the crust is golden and crispy.

4. Serve and Enjoy:

• Remove the pizza from the oven.
• Top with fresh rocket leaves.
• Slice and savour your Pumpkin Woodfired Vegan Pizza!

Lollo Woodfired Vegan Pizza

Let's make a delightful Lollo Woodfired Vegan Pizza that combines unique flavours and textures. This pizza features a mix of creamy, sweet, and nutty ingredients. Here's how you can create it:

Ingredients:

• Pizza Dough (Handmade):

• 250 g strong flour (preferably Italian Tipo 00)
• 250 g all-purpose flour
• 10 g salt
• 7 g sachet fast-action dried yeast
• 320 ml lukewarm water
• 1 tbsp olive oil

• Toppings:

• Vegan Mozzarella: Creamy and melty.
• Honey: Drizzle for sweetness.
• Walnuts: Toasted and chopped for crunch.
• Radicchio: Fresh radicchio leaves for a hint of bitterness.
• Fior di Latte: A soft, fresh mozzarella alternative.
• Must Try: Because this combination is a flavour explosion!

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Pizza Dough:

• Mix the flour, salt, and yeast in a bowl.
• Add warm water and olive oil to form a rough dough.
• Knead until smooth and let it rise for 2-3 hours.

2. Assemble the Pizza:

• Roll out the pizza dough into your desired shape.
• Spread a thin layer of tomato sauce (or skip for a white pizza).
• Arrange slices of vegan mozzarella evenly.
• Drizzle honey over the cheese.
• Scatter toasted walnuts.
• Add fresh radicchio leaves.
• Top with fior di latte.

3. Wood-Fire Baking:

• Preheat your woodfired oven to around 180°C (356°F).
• Place the pizza in the oven and bake for about 12 minutes or until the crust is golden and crispy.
  

4. Serve and Savor:

• Remove the pizza from the oven.
• Slice and enjoy your Lollo Woodfired Vegan Pizza!

Funghi Woodfired Vegan Pizza

Let's create a delicious Funghi Woodfired Vegan Pizza that celebrates the earthy flavours of mushrooms. This pizza is topped with creamy vegan mozzarella, peppery rocket, and a touch of indulgence from truffle oil. Here's how you can make it:

Ingredients:

• Pizza Dough (Handmade):

• 250 g strong flour (preferably Italian Tipo 00)
• 250 g all-purpose flour
• 10 g salt
• 7 g sachet fast-action dried yeast
• 320 ml lukewarm water
• 1 tbsp olive oil

• Toppings:

• Tomato Sauce (Napoli): Use tomato passata or tomato puree for the base.
• Vegan Mozzarella: Creamy and melty.
• Sliced Mushrooms: A mix of white button mushrooms, cremini, or shiitake.
• Rocket (Arugula): Fresh and peppery.
• Shaved Vegan Parmesan: For that nutty and savoury touch.
• Truffle Oil: Drizzle for a luxurious flavour.

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Pizza Dough:

• Mix the flour, salt, and yeast in a bowl.
• Add warm water and olive oil to form a rough dough.
• Knead until smooth and let it rise for 2-3 hours.

2. Assemble the Pizza:

• Roll out the pizza dough into your desired shape.
• Spread a thin tomato sauce (Napoli) evenly over the dough.
• Arrange the sliced mushrooms on top.
• Scatter chunks of vegan mozzarella.
• Bake in a woodfired oven until the crust is golden and crispy.

3. Serve and Garnish:

• Remove the pizza from the oven.
• Top with fresh rocket leaves.
• Generously shave vegan parmesan over the pizza.
• Drizzle with truffle oil.

4. Enjoy the Umami Delight:

• Slice and savour your Funghi Woodfired Vegan Pizza!

Crafting a delectable woodfired vegan pizza from Piccolino involves combining quality ingredients and precise technique. From the perfect balance of flours and seasonings to the careful preparation of the dough, each step is crucial in achieving the desired texture and flavour.

At Piccolino, our commitment to excellence shines through in every aspect of the pizza-making process. Our pizza dough is left to rest for 72 hours, allowing it to develop complexity and depth of flavour. Then, with expert hands, each dough ball is hand-stretched to create unique and irresistible pizzas. With a dedication to craftsmanship and a passion for plant-based cuisine, we invite you to savour the taste of our woodfired vegan pizzas at Piccolino.

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