THE ULTIMATE HOMEMADE VEGAN PIZZA! 🍕

Crystal and I make some of the most delicious pizza's we have ever had. We even make the dough from scratch! We used the recipe on the back of the yeast packets we bought. Fun fact: Fleischmann in German means meat man! But there's no meat on these pizzas!
Pizza dough recipe (for a 12" pizza, I doubled this recipe in the video which is why my pizza is massive):
1 3/4 cup to 2 3/4 cup flour (I used a mix of all purpose and whole wheat flour, Crystal used a gluten free flour blend)
1 envelope yeast (we used the fleishmann brand pizza yeast)
1 1/2 tsp sugar
3/4 tsp salt
2/3 cup very warm water
3 tablespoons oil
pizza sauce and toppings of your choice
preheat oven to 425F
1. combine 1 cup of flour, yeast, sugar, salt, water, and oil in a large mixing bowl. Mix until well blended, about 1 minute.
2. gradually add remaining flour until a soft dough forms. It will still be slightly sticky to touch.
3. knead dough ball in floured surface until smooth and elastic, and press into a greased pizza pan
4. add sauce and toppings and bake on Botton rake for approx. 12-15 minutes!
00:00 - intro
00:50 - talking about how to make the dough
02:32 - Derek making dough (recipe is doubled)
03:42 - Crystal making dough (gluten free)
05:29 - Derek rolling out his dough & making the crust
07:13 - Derek building his pizza
12:43 - Crystal rolling out her dough & making the crust
13:00 - Crystal building her pizza
14:30 - our pizzas before we cook them!
15:01 - our finished pizzas!
16:07 - cutting the pizza and checking out the stuffed crust
17:27 - TASTE TEST!
We hope you enjoy the video, tag us on Instagram @simnettnutrition and @crystalkennings on instagram if you make your own!
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[@alancoyle1]

"This is why I have trust issues"... you mean... crust issues? I'll let myself out.

[@Thayagan]

I think you deserve the heart from Derek.

[@kika3341]

😅 good one! 👏

[@carnivoroussarah]

Oh man! That's funny!

[@krajewskiedmund1896]

That was a fine joke, be confident in yourself, instead of hiding behind self-criticism

[@joeyricefried9621]

😂😂😂😂

[@GeoffreyABruce]

Yay! Love seeing more Crystal in the videos. Different tastes, vegan couple cuteness, and friendly competition make for super entertaining videos. Wicked intro!

[@sherylgreenberg3540]

Crystal is a beauty but so is Dereck. They both have clear and glowing skin. They both have beautiful personalities. Love your videos.

[@scleraclitoscuro]

Happy birthday man! You've been so important for my vegan journey, and still are. Bless you both :*

[@dallasvillademorosvilladem6633]

His girlfriend is probably one of the most beautiful and down to earth people on the planet earth! Dereck is a lucky man

[@DH-uw3us]

So lucky!

[@v-sig2389]

They are both lucky ! And yeah i want a girl like her ˆˆ

[@rayslover8526]

She was hotter with lighter hair. But she's definitely beautiful.

[@fabianastua]

I am in love with both. No homo

[@bonchidude]

@@rayslover8526 Why if her natural hair color is brown to Black hair? Why would she want to look like an albino?

[@saundra7861]

Okay, I am loving how realistic you two make being vegan. You two eat so many beautiful whole foods BUT you also have fun and enjoy some convenience occasionally. I think sometimes people get the idea that if you eat vegan junk food ever you're doing it wrong. This is the epitome of balance 🙌🙌 We can eat all the foods, guys. Join the vegan side! 🍄🥕🍠🍉🥞🍕🌮🍪

[@geno5169]

I love pizza so much! And my burgers too! I bought morning star burgers. Thank you 🙏 so much for this!! Now I’ll have to try this!

[@LivetheLifeYouLove4you]

I grew up in New York where I helped make pizza dough, kneading it, watching it rise under a towel, and then watching my Italian father toss pizza over his head in the kitchen of his restaurant. I LOVE pizza and am so happy to see you indulge every once in a while. Great video. Love you two together. Hau’oli La Hanau from Hawai’i.

[@saratonnan]

Happy Birthday!!!!! 37? I would have guessed late 20s, early 30s. Have a wonderful day. The pizzas look delicious!

[@DH-uw3us]

Yea, I thought he was going to say 30 LOL.

[@the-persian-km6334]

indeed, also how old is crystal? she looks the same age as my sister and shes 24

[@goodaskale]

Your recipes are great. Obviously, you're both very charming. However, what I like about your videos is watching how much fun the two of you have together! Oh, and the pizza looks great too!

[@richmcbride9269]

Looks fantastic! My wife and I put our Saturday morning plans on pause when we saw this video appear:-)

[@Simnettnutrition]

Enjoy Rich and have a great saturday!

[@melissadoner933]

So thankful for both of you! Your videos uplift me, are alot of fun to watch, and really give me great ideas for meals. You both are Amazing!

[@lucyh8307]

Happy birthday Derek!! Your and crystal’s positive vibes are so appreciated!

[@enasksenos]

You are mindreaders! Just yesterday we were talking about making gluten free pizza with my girl! Next level vegan gurus 😎 It's your birthday?? Man, I wish you all the best in the world, your videos have been soo positive through some really dark times. It gives me hope to know that there are people like you around even if you are on the other end of the world. God bless you and everyone you love.

[@Simnettnutrition]

Thanks man, I really appreciate it! Have a fun pizza night!

[@kennyh5083]

Screw the wheat flour, it's POISON! ALL GMO and they don't even allow it into Japan and other Asian countries! Japanese scientists did a long term study of our GMO Wheat and other plants and determined it was very harmful to our health, and would cause heart disease, diabetes, dementia, Alzheimers, obesity, basically all the ills America is now facing in epidemic fashion! that was over 20 yrs ago!@@Simnettnutrition

[@Allthefoodoftheworld]

Happy Birthday, Derek! 🎆 Guys, every single video of yours is such a joy, love all the laughter and spontaneity of your beautiful team 💖

[@brendafarris7350]

Love it so much! Happy birthday, Derek!! You guys are both so so fun. My fave part of watching you guys is how pleasant and thoughtful and complimentary you are to each other!! Always stay that way...it makes your channel very nice to watch. I always know you will say something kind to each other!

[@abegoldberg4030]

Another great/fun video. Pizza looks great! Happy birthday, Derek! Thanks again for all the plant based food ideas!

[@sylwiakenworthy701]

HAPPY BIRTHDAY !!! just a little note, try to use tepid water ( I’ve noticed it was steaming while you were pouring it in) , as if it’s too hot it will kill the yeast x

[@camouflage9]

Yeah As an easy rule, do 50% boiling and 50% cold water.

[@jonklopez]

You can never go wrong with homemade pizza. Thank you guys for everything

[@kimberlybrown3090]

Happy Birthday!! Love all your videos, informational and fun!

[@ChantingGoalTV]

Happy Birthday Derek!!🎉🎊 this video brought so many smiles!

[@CathrinCatherine]

your energy is bomb, you guys!

[@Simnettnutrition]

Thanks Catherine! time stamps come in handy with long videos for sure!

[@Social_Pugatory]

Omg that first pour of water looked piping hot I was surprised the yeast survived that 😂

[@jenmatt1923]

When he said he needed to use warm water, and he didn't know why and then it looked SUPER hot, I thought that yeast was done, too.

[@DH-uw3us]

LOL!

[@wendywendy3718]

Right? I was yelling at the screen. But of course... I know how to make yeast breads and pizza dough. I like shows better when the host actually knows what they are doing as opposed to learning from a package. And you don't need enough oil to clog the arteries of a small city. Not healthy...yuck!

[@timbabcock6018]

the salt on the yeast will most likely kill the yeast. He got lucky

[@leahcarnevale7340]

@@wendywendy3718 I kinda like that they try new things and share their learning experiences with us 😊 I think it encourages people to be adventurous in the kitchen and to not shy away from trying different recipes out. Broadening our horizons is never a bad thing, I think!

[@eileenharris2855]

Happy Birthday, Derek! I love the cooking videos you do together. Y’all are a joy to behold. Crystal’s lasagna recipe is our go to fave; I can’t wait to try the stuffed crust pizza! Love and hugs!

[@lulurobinson8109]

You two are so fun! This was super enjoyable to watch and the pizzas look delicious!!

[@coreygavette4702]

Loved the color on Crystal's pizza! FYI, there is a great make from scratch, oil free pizza dough recipe on the Forks Over Knives app that I use all the time. So good!

[@jaypee6804]

The content has gotten so good in recently, don't stop improving! Best vegan content in my opinion.

[@Simnettnutrition]

Thank you!

[@isabellegrenier6047]

Happy birthday Derek!🎂 You guys were so much fun today! I love your channel, you’re fresh and real. Thank-you!

[@cynthiabowen7092]

I love you two so much! Your laughter is contagious! Wonderful, happy couple! Pizzas look amazing!

[@JeffWilliamson1]

You two are awesome, thanks for making a gluten free version... very much appreciated!

[@miracleshappen4483]

I would happily eat both. Derek's pizza is heavily stuffed, great when you need a lot of calories. Crystal's pizza looks very refreshing and adding hummus and cherry tomatoes on top is a fantastic idea! Well done, both of you! 🍕👏💖

[@bayargelenkhuu8179]

Happy Birthday, Derek! Wishing you to have an amazing BD party!!! Thank you so much for your videos. It’s teaching me a lot about healthy eating, and I am really grateful for your help. You are changing lives of many people. Thanks a lot again!

[@dianabengis9772]

Happy Birthday Derek! Hope your birthday was spectacular! I super enjoy watching you and Crystal. I love your videos and I love making your recipes! Bon appétit!

[@brescalofrio1]

Crystal is so pretty! she makes me smile every time she does.

[@annaschmidt8577]

Happy birthday, Derek and all the best for you! I wish you all the happiness in the world :) I love your videos so much, especially when both of you are in them - btw Crystal your energy is so contagious! ♥ And for fun: Yes, Fleischmann is German and it actually means Meat-Man, so it's kinda funny that it's the brand of a vegan product :D aaand baking with yeast is very common over here. I didn't know, it isn't a thing in Canada :D

[@yvettetrevino8258]

Happy Birthday! Those pizza’s look amazing! Thank you for sharing.

[@seciliafeliz]

Lol @ The tunnel of love! Can't wait to try this! Happy Birthday! Love your channel!

[@staceyb8736]

I just love you guys!! Happy Birthday Derek! I laughed like 50 times during this, pizza looks so bomb, and the little singing part at the end was amazing 😆 you two are my fave!!!! ❤️

[@brettdavis5555]

The channel Artisan Bread with Steve has lots of great bread and dough recipes. Most use just flour, water salt and yeast.

[@EliMae]

Happy birthday!! Loving all the videos and seeing your creations!

[@nilsabel1122]

Happy birthday Derek! Watching you guys is always a great mood booster. Keep going !

[@gradyallen5792]

“Tunnel of love” quote of the day 🤣

[@samanthabrandt286]

Crystal’s laugh is the best part of this video.

[@hellosharon]

You two are so awesome together! The pizza looks so drool worthy! Thanks for sharing!

[@colleencook9149]

Happy birthday 🥳 I have been loving homemade pizza during quarantine. I leave out the oil and add water or applesauce, I saw that trick on forks over knives. I have noticed you have been using a lot more oil lately, have you changed your thoughts on oil ?

[@rowenaanderson3739]

Also noticed.

[@robynlatham6451]

Agree

[@consciousobserver629]

He probably hasn't changed his stance (that it is unhealthy), but maybe he just wants some new content.

[@rachellamming4989]

I think they've been pretty clear in recent videos that it's sort of a once in a while thing 🤷‍♀️ Special occasions etc. Thanks for the advice on oil-less dough! Some of us who are new to baking aren't aware of the alternatives 👍

[@annsmith9196]

I've also noticed more processed food sneaking in lately. Especially since vivo. I wonder why?

[@mmk82758]

Hummus on the pizza, just to make sure you know they’re Level 11 vegans. 😊

[@bonchidude]

Derek needs to talk more about the animals. Otherwise he is a plant based meme.

[@craggerrs]

​@@bonchidude I'm assuming you mean just talk about the farm animals? Vegans aren't allowed to talk about the victims of plant agriculture (unless it's a cherry picked reference to a study sponsored by the plant-ag industry) because it exposes their own hypsocrisies (and of course, don;t forget that AY and Avi say that organic veg isn't vegan) and the vast amount of environmental destruction caused by pesticides, rodenticides and synthetic fertilisers - definitely don't talk about that stuff - only talk about the ruminant farming which is the worlds only hope in regenerating the vast amount of soil degradation - yeh, just virtue signal about those animals and tell us how unneccessary they are for our health based on no evidence whatsoever... ... . . . .. .. ..

[@djjerome]

@@craggerrs who do you think the majority of those crops are grown for - Farm animals and you conveniently left out all the pollution that comes from the raising and transportation and slaughter of those farm animals. If you really want to eat meat and you're concerned about the environment then by a hunting rifle and get your own animals in the wild. Nice try with your pitch for the meat and dairy industry. They are still responsible for more pollution and environmental degradation and deforestation than the plant agriculture industry.

[@kk-pb7ve]

I love your duo, you're giving amazing positive energy!

[@veganmamafourgirls5370]

This was one of the most fun videos I have ever seen. First of all, happy birthday Derek!! Second, I was laughing out loud with you guys and your first attempt at making pizza. It looked so fun and great together time. You two are adoreable. Thank you for making me laugh on such a grey cold Chicago day. I really needed this :)

[@Connectingthedots.]

Omg yes!! LOVE this video ❤❤❤

[@cloudten8489]

OMG! I hope no Italian Nonnas where watching this, they would've been saying 'no no no no no!' 🤣

[@etherealenigma2008]

Fabulous pizza! Have made a couple different variations. Love the hummus and also the cheese crust. Thanks so much for the all the ideas. Love watching you two. You're a great team!

[@CK-nf4ui]

Happy birthday and I hope your special day is a great one! I'm so thankful for the hard work and energy you both put into your videos. I look up your recipes every week and try them out! Crystal's pizza toppings are awesome!

[@mauricecooper9763]

Homemade Pizza is ALWAYS a hit! Y'alls look awesome!👍👍 Do this more often!

[@Simnettnutrition]

Thanks Maurice!

[@OmniMK]

What!? Happy birthday! How is it your special day but you're giving us the surprise?

[@rebeccaleyte3683]

Happy Birthday Derek! I agree, green pepper is a must on pizza, red onion too. We've also made pizzas with hummus and really like it. Thanks to you both for another great video!!

[@sally2583]

You two have so much fun! I have fun just watching you

[@chermp6787]

Crystal is the most supportive (aka The Hype Queen) everyone needs in their life - including Crystal!!!

[@mikeskylark1594]

NEXT: Make WHOLE FOOD vegan pizza (dr. Greger approved)!

[@miekekuppen9275]

Is flour a whole food? If yes you just leave off the cheese and add a sprinkle of toasted, blitzed up cashews, nooch, and garlic powder instead. Or more hummus. Or make a spicier pizza sauce. Cheese on pizza is really just habit.

[@mikeskylark1594]

@@miekekuppen9275 Whole grain flour IS considered whole food. Hummus, nooch and garlic are always a good idea ;)

[@annaeeee7516]

You guys have such a light and happy demeanor about you, it makes your very educational videos even more enjoyable to watch 😄

[@miss420mj]

Yeessss, stuffed crust!!! 🤤 I have been dying for some stuffed crust pizza lately!! Thank you both for posting this video.

[@andreahorsch286]

Lol, I had a dream that I ate these pizzas and Derek couldn't remember which one he made😂

[@seekermel3079]

Lol! Clap, clap, clap, clap “Somebody come get er...”

[@colter3748]

Happy Birthday Derek!🎉🎊 Great video as always. I’ve been a long time viewer, you and Crystal have been influential in me going plant based. Love the energy, keep it up!

[@sharminproctor8826]

Love you guys! Yall so much fun!!

[@marckorhammer]

Fleischmann is german, yes. It literally means "meatman" :D

[@mikeskylark1594]

Aka Butcher

[@bonchidude]

jon is a butcher. He was never vegan. Your thoughts?

[@marckorhammer]

@@bonchidudeare you talking about Jon Venus? I agree, he never was vegan in the first place.

[@flow4458]

37? You kidding? I feel like I look older than you and I'm 20😂😂.

[@lukasking7172]

haha that would be crazy

[@flow4458]

@@lukasking7172 True tho😂😂, I have a super weak connective tissue, people sometimes ask - when they see me with my mom - if we are sisters, since my skin is already wrinkling quite a bit (and she is like 30 years older)... Not that my skin looks like 50, but certainly not like the average fresh 20-year olds'...

[@evanstowers8529]

They def. don't look 37 lol

[@lukasking7172]

@@flow4458 haha ok

[@leonelectrical]

Happy birthday. You guys are awesome. Certainly gonna have to give this a go.

[@djlw2010]

Happy Birthday brother! Once Crystal mentioned today was the day, I knew I had to wish you the best just as I was wishing one to a good friend. Thank you for your energy and presence here on KZbin. It’s definitely made my life better!

[@FredieP]

I just made pizza 🍕 doh, to late 😣 I would have used your receipt 😋, next time! Love your channel ❤️

[@Simnettnutrition]

Next time!

[@FredieP]

@@Simnettnutrition Happy Birthday! Grattis på födelsedagen 🥳 🇸🇪

[@aSyMbolden]

Never too late for more pizza lol 😂 fridge, freezer and belly friendly 😎 lol

[@bickybickford]

Next time let your dough proof under a towel for a hour this will help the gluten form. This will make your dough have elasticity. Pro tip for you.

[@Simnettnutrition]

Thanks for the tip!

[@sweetie4ama]

omg love seeing Crystal more in the videos.. and pizza so thats a definite win for me! it's been years since i've done pizza crust at home but this just gave me a great idea for what to do with the kids this weekend!!! everyone can customize their pizzas its gonna be excellent!

[@bowby7605]

Happy Birthday! Your videos are always a bright spot in my day!!

[@Julie_Ch0]

Loved it as always! Although, I wish you did oil free pizzas... maybe next time.. :) I also celebrate today, not a birthday but being vegan anniversary. When this day comes I´m always in awe of how much one can do without any restriction/extremes....how many animals, trees, water, etc. you can save just by enjoying an awesome, healthy meals! :) Anyways, happy birthday to you, and thank you for the endless entertainment and inspiration!

[@colleencook9149]

I don't add oil to my dough you can either do a little extra water or plain applesauce

[@rowenaanderson3739]

I also just leave the oil out. No problem.

[@HenchHerbivore]

Agree about the green pepper on pizza. Did you know that they're green because they're unripe. Weird!

[@mattwalker5106]

Loved the video. And love you guys HAPPY BIRTHDAY !!!

[@gsivakumar2013]

Belated happy birthday D! This was a fun vid as always :) love Crystal!

[@vikashvlog4884]

Love from india. NAMASTE 🙏

[@twineagles2683]

I am from India ☺️

[@Simnettnutrition]

Namaste!

[@u140550]

Man he looks like he’s in his 20’s, but that’s good in the way he probably takes care of his health

[@susansullivan7913]

Love the video! Thank you for showing how easy it is to make your own crusts! Very creative with the toppings too! Happy Birthday Derek!! : )

[@lilgr0ck]

You guys are so cute!! Love how fun your relationship is!! And HAPPY BIRTHDAY DEREK!!! Appreciate all your awesome informative but fun videos!!!!

[@UnlimitedYou]

To be completely honest, I stopped watching your videos because they were on the too healthy side, if that makes sense. Too many ex "vegans" were all about being super healthy and never eating anything fun, and I didn't want to see you go that route. So, I am happy that one of your videos popped up in my feed (your trying thanksgiving roasts one), and now I am binging these fun recipe videos you are making with Crystal. Don't get me wrong, I am all about eating healthy, but having balance is key, and I am so happy to see you both making pizza with store bought vegan cheese, vegan mock meats and gluten!! You are showing others that veganism doesn't have to be some militant vegetable and fruit only lifestyle, there can be a healthy balance 😊 Crystal's skin is glowing! I like these videos with her in them, your banter is hilarious. Also, growing up we always did pizza on Friday's as well 🤣 Happy belated birthday Derek! 😊

[@SunflowerVegan]

I was so excited when I saw you were making a gluten free pizza!!! My heart sank when you added the tempeh...that particular tempeh is not gluten free. :( Thank you for trying but you might want to add that in the description in case someone tries to make this for someone with celiac. It looks really good though!

[@adultcontent18]

The flour they used also had oats, which most coeliacs cannot safely eat.

[@edelob]

Really fun video as always!! Happy birthday Derek! 🎉🎉🎊🎊

[@sandracruz1255]

fun video guys! so many delicious recipes! happy birthday ! best wishes!

[@apartmentcopacabanario863]

🤣 are you sure you needed 2 pacs of yeast for the amount of flour? Usually it is 1 pack for 1 kg of flour. And you need to leave the dough for at least an hour to raise.Oh and Xantam gum is to substitute gluten, not sure if flax can actually do the same

[@jenmatt1923]

It's clear they have never made dough before, but it's a cute video nonetheless! Using a whisk? No rest time? Oh, man. haha

[@apartmentcopacabanario863]

@@jenmatt1923 sure, it was fun, it was not meant to be a critical comment, just remarks. Whisk for dough was hilarious indeed :)

[@BouncinBrandon]

WAIT HOLD UP! SIMNETT NUTRITION AND OIL?! JUST LIKE OIL AND WATER THESE TWO DONT MIX WHOA!

[@MrJct619]

This pizza making video was great! And Happy Birthday Derek!!

[@jeanneamato8278]

Congratulations on another trip around the sun. Love you and all your videos.

[@mrnonickname5835]

Happy birthday Derek! 🥳 Awesome video! I love the background music. Keep up the great work. 🎉

[@johannacortes8923]

Happy (late) Birthday!!! My husband and I love your videos so much! You have changed the way we eat and we are deffinetly going to try to make some pizza!! Thanks for all the videos, keep them coming!!

[@angie090272]

Happy belated birthday Derek. Great video as always. It’s wonderful when both of you appear, you’re so funny and Crystal’s laughter is so contagious. Lots of love from Spain

[@kriscox4019]

Happy birthday and thanks for another fun video!

[@xenawang_]

Happy birthday Derek! Those pizzas look so good. Love your and Crystal's positive energy, your videos always make me smile :)

[@kristiwiley8413]

Happy Birthday Derek!!! another awesome video guysss - you both are the best :)

[@melissadoner933]

Happy Birthday, Derek! Love your channel so much!

[@redgeraniums57]

Happy birthday to you! Friday is pizza night! Awesome video...Crystal is a lovely energy on your channel!

[@karendemare7031]

Happy belated!! What a fun video! I can’t wait to try this!!

[@joyjohnson366]

Y'all are just too funny! Happy Birthday! Loved the video!

[@Sweetnatural79]

Happy Birthday Derrick!🎁🎈🎉 Crystal you are so sweet! My husband and I enjoyed watching the video and plan to make Derricks pizza soon.🤩

[@jamiegeml8219]

Happy birthday! You guys are a joy to watch!

[@cornishpasty99]

Happy birthday Derek, the pizzas look fantastic and really enjoying Crystal being in the videos her laugh always makes the day better.