Get ready to transform your pizza experience with these mouthwatering Vegan Pizza Pinwheels that will make even the most dedicated cheese lovers forget about traditional pizza! Imagine a perfect spiral of golden-brown dough, bursting with zesty marinara, melty vegan cheese, and tangy black olives that will have your taste buds dancing with joy. These pinwheels are not just a recipe; they're a culinary adventure that proves plant-based eating can be incredibly delicious, easy to make, and totally Instagram-worthy!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 35 mins
Cuisine: Italian
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 pizza dough
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 cup vegan cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup black olives, sliced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- On a clean, lightly floured surface, roll out the pizza dough into a rectangular shape, approximately 1/4 inch thick. Ensure the dough is evenly rolled for consistent pinwheels.
- Spread the marinara sauce evenly across the surface of the dough, leaving a small 1/2-inch border around the edges to prevent sauce from leaking during rolling.
- Sprinkle the shredded vegan cheese uniformly over the marinara sauce, creating an even layer.
- Distribute the sliced black olives across the cheese layer, ensuring they are spread out for consistent flavor in each pinwheel.
- Sprinkle the Italian seasoning over the entire surface to add depth of flavor.
- Carefully roll the dough tightly from the long side, creating a compact log. Use gentle, consistent pressure to maintain an even shape.
- Using a sharp knife, slice the rolled dough into 1-inch thick pinwheels. Place each pinwheel cut-side up on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them slightly apart.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the dough is cooked through.
- Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes before serving. The pinwheels can be enjoyed warm as an appetizer or light meal.
Tips
- Dough Temperature Matters: Let your pizza dough sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes before rolling to make it more pliable and easier to work with.
- Even Rolling is Key: Use a ruler or measuring tape to ensure your dough is rolled out to an even 1/4 inch thickness for consistent cooking.
- Sauce Boundary Trick: Leave that 1/2-inch border when spreading sauce to prevent messy leaks during rolling.
- Sharp Knife Technique: Use a serrated knife or dental floss for clean, precise pinwheel cuts that maintain their beautiful spiral shape.
- Don't Overcrowd: Space pinwheels slightly apart on the baking sheet to allow even browning and crispy edges.
- Customize Your Flavor: Experiment with different vegan cheese blends or add extra herbs like fresh basil or oregano for a personal touch.
- Make Ahead Friendly: You can prepare these pinwheels in advance and refrigerate before baking, making them perfect for meal prep or unexpected guests!
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 350kcal
Carbohydrates: 49g
Protein: 8g
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Cholesterol: 0mg
