By definition, vegans do not eat any foods derived from animals. That includes all dairy foods (such as cheese), eggs, meat, fish, honey, and more. Since cheese is such a quintessential ingredient of pizza, can vegans still enjoy this classic dish?

The good news is that pizza crust is almost always vegan.
Moreover, vegans can and do eat many kinds of pizza, and I’ve shared the 20 best vegan pizza recipes below.
Some sidestep non-vegan ingredients altogether, while others incorporate vegan versions of cheese, meat, and other foods.
Read through these descriptions and check out the recipes to plan the perfect cruelty-free pizza night!
If you love Italian flavors as much as I do, then this socca pizza with sun-dried tomatoes and pesto will hit the spot.
Socca is a type of flatbread made from chickpea flour, and it’s a delicious, different base for pizza.
You can make your own vegan pesto from this recipe or use store-bought.
If you like nutty Asian dishes, you’ll love this Thai chickpea and veggie pizza.
Instead of vegan cheese, it uses a flavorful peanut sauce to give the pie its creaminess.
Top it with tons of pre-roasted veggies, including carrots and zucchini. The chickpeas crisp in the oven to give them a delightful crunch.
Chicagoans rejoice! Even your hometown's gooey, cheesy pies of your hometown can be transformed into this vegan deep dish pizza.
Bonus, it’s also gluten-free. You’ll stuff it full of savory tomato sauce, and the mushrooms deliver the umami you expect.
Use melty vegan cheese to complete the experience. Before you know it, you’ll feel like you’re home.
There’s nothing more classic than Margherita pizza. You can enjoy an animal-free version with this vegan pizza margherita.
Like the original, the freshness and quality of the few ingredients matter. Take care with every step of this recipe.
Although you don’t need the pizza stone, using one will yield a better crust.
I love this vegan caramelized mushroom pizza.
You'll also love it if you like the combination of natural sweetness and savoriness that comes from caramelized vegetables.
Pair that with the crunchiness of a thin pizza crust and the gooey goodness of vegan cheese, and you won’t miss the milk or meat one bit.
This vegan white pizza with garlic, potato, and basil uses a creamy white sauce made from garlic, vegan cheese, and oat milk.
You can use the toppings in this recipe (especially the vegan hot honey), or for a change, try artichoke hearts, vegan bacon, spinach, or even apples.
The crust and sauce are versatile.
This vegan tortilla pizza is the perfect dish when your family can’t decide what to have for dinner.
It’s also super simple because you use a tortilla instead of making a crust.
Whip together the savory sauce to spread and then top with vegan cheese, vegetables, vegan chicken, or any other ingredient.
This vegan pizza with apple, butternut squash, and caramelized onions is definitely upscale.
If you’re hoping to convince foodie friends to try veganism, you can tempt them with this warm blend of fall produce.
You’ll also make a flavorful white bean garlic puree with fresh herbs, which delivers the perfect creamy contrast. You can even use store-bought dough.
This distinctly Mediterranean vegan pizza is topped with canned artichokes, sweet peppers, and salty Kalamata olives.
Instead of sauce, you’ll use hummus, which tastes extra yummy after it’s warmed up in the oven.
The tomato flavor comes from the deep flavor of sun-dried tomatoes and passata, simply freshly-sieved tomatoes. Use fresh and local, if you can.
I don’t know whose idea it was to combine this Italian delicacy with the flavors of American barbeque, but I’m grateful. And now, vegan friends can enjoy this recipe for vegan BBQ pizza.
It makes a terrific weeknight dinner packed with protein since you top it with tofu.
This delicious vegan red pepper hummus pizza gets topped with tons of veggies.
You don’t cook them ahead of time, and the crust goes in by itself to start cooking. That means the vegetables–not just red pepper but also mushrooms, zucchini, and more–stay crispy.
You’ll feel like you’re cheating on eating your veggies with this pizza!
If you’re wondering whether vegans can pumpkin-ize anything, the answer is yes, yielding this delicious vegan pumpkin pizza. It’s the perfect way to transform an autumn pizza night.
It has whole wheat dough, which you can use in place of white dough in other pizza recipes.
It’s also topped with chickpeas, homemade cashew cheese, and other unique ingredients.
The first time you use traditional Indian naan as a pizza dough, it will be a game-changer.
It’s delicious, and you can try it in this vegan Naan pizza. This recipe calls for generic ingredients like sweet potatoes, vegan pesto, and dairy-free cheese that combine beautifully.
If you like the naan idea, feel free to experiment with toppings of your own–maybe even Indian flavors.
Just like pizza, traditionally-cheesy nachos can also be made vegan.
This vegan nacho pizza combines them, bringing in some of my favorite nacho toppings.
Start by slathering the crispy crust with delicious guacamole. Add vegetables, vegan taco meat, jalapenos, olives, and whatever else you like to your pizza.
You won’t miss the creaminess with the vegan sour cream topping.
This vegan pesto pizza brings some of my favorite Italian ingredients together.
Along with this unique broccoli pesto, enjoy tomato confit, artichoke hearts, fresh basil, and more.
Let your crust get as crispy as possible; it presents a pleasant crunchy contrast to the juicy tomatoes and artichokes.
This vegan Hawaiian BBQ pizza incorporates pineapple, tofu bacon, barbeque sauce, onions, and more to make this scrumptious crowd-pleaser.
It also uses melty vegan mozzarella for that gooey pizza texture.
This makes a great dinner, or I like to serve it in smaller slices as an appetizer for vegan friends.
There’s nothing quite like fluffy, flavorful, light focaccia bread. You’ll get the airiness inside the dough’s crispy exterior in this vegan focaccia pizza.
It sounds complicated, but the dough has only six ingredients and is much easier than you may assume.
This recipe is one of my favorites because it doesn’t call for specific toppings. You are free to experiment with your own pizza topping combinations.
The vegan answer to buffalo wings is to replace the chicken with cauliflower, so why not do it on pizza, too?
Try it with this vegan buffalo cauliflower pizza, which uses homemade ranch made with cashew yogurt. Vegan mozzarella and avocado help make it creamy and balance the spicy buffalo sauce.
This recipe doesn’t include homemade dough, so use another one on this list or store-bought.
All the best flavors of the Caribbean come together in jerk seasoning.
You can capture it in a pie with this vegan Jamaican jerk pizza recipe. You’ll make an unbelievable homemade jerk sauce to coat your tempeh.
Top the pizza with the flavorful, spicy tempeh, pineapple for sweetness, vegan cheese, and red onion for the perfect balance.
You wouldn’t think combining potatoes, habaneros, and pizza would be good, but prepare to be surprised because it’s beyond delicious.
This vegan potato habanero white pizza uses vegan cream cheese and garlic on the base.
Slice some thin red potatoes and arrange them with red onions, cilantro, and the oh-so-spicy habanero. The heat balances the soft flavors of the cheese and potatoes perfectly.
Which Recipe Will You Try?
Try these vegan pizza recipes and you won’t be disappointed!
If you don’t want to cook, you could check out some of the best vegan pizza shops in the US instead and see if there’s one near you!
20 Vegan Pizza Recipes You’ll Love
Are you vegan but in the mood for a delicious pizza? Check out some of these vegan pizza recipes you can make at home!
Ingredients
- Socca Pizza With Sun-Dried Tomatoes and Pesto
- Thai Chickpea and Veggie Pizza
- Vegan Deep Dish Pizza
- Vegan Pizza Margherita
- Vegan Caramelized Mushroom Pizza
- Vegan White Pizza With Garlic, Potato, and Basil
- Vegan Tortilla Pizza
- Vegan Pizza With Apple, Butternut Squash and Caramelized Onions
- Vegan Pizza with Peppers, Artichokes, and Olives
- Vegan BBQ Pizza
- Vegan Red Pepper Hummus Pizza
- Vegan Pumpkin Pizza
- Vegan Naan Pizza
- Vegan Nacho Pizza
- Vegan Pesto Pizza
- Vegan Hawaiian BBQ Pizza
- Vegan Focaccia Pizza
- Vegan Buffalo Cauliflower Pizza
- Vegan Jamaican Jerk Pizza
- Vegan Potato Habanero White Pizza
Instructions
- Choose your favorite recipe.
- Gather the necessary ingredients.
- Prep and cook your recipe in 30 minutes or less.
- Enjoy!