Vegan Matzah Pizza + 10 Topping Ideas!
Matzah pizza is one of those fun and easy meals that comes together fast with just a few simple ingredients. The crispy matzah makes a great thin crust, and it’s perfect for piling on sauce, dairy-free cheese, and your favorite toppings. It’s a great way to turn a classic pantry staple into something warm, cheesy, and super satisfying.
You can keep it classic with marinara and vegan mozzarella or mix things up with veggies, herbs, and plant-based proteins. Since everything cooks in minutes, it’s also a great recipe to make when you want homemade pizza without a lot of prep.
We guarantee you’ll also love these matzo ball soup and matzah tater tots recipes, too!
Why You Must Try This Matzah Pizza Recipe
This is why we love this recipe so much:
- Super Quick to Make. Since the crust is already made, you can skip a lot of prep work and get straight to the fun part: adding toppings.
- Crispy and Crunchy Crust. Matzah turns wonderfully crisp in the oven and gives the pizza a light, crunchy texture. It’s a nice change from traditional soft, doughy pizza crusts.
- Easy to Customize. Everyone can make their own version, which makes it great for families or casual get-togethers.
- Great for Passover. Perfect choice for a casual dinner during Passover.
- Perfect for Snacks or Meals. This vegan matzah pizza recipe is easy enough for a quick lunch or snack.
What Is Matzah Pizza?
Matzah pizza is more of an idea than a set recipe. For extra fun, try making thematic matzah pizzas with your family! Here are some suggestions:
- Taco Matzah Pizza (Refried beans, Soyrizo, jalapeño, vegan cheddar shreds and avocado)
- My Big Fat Greek Matzah Pizza (Chickpeas, Kalamata olives, red onion, artichoke hearts, and roasted red peppers)
- Italian Matzah Pizza (Basil, black olives, and vegan Italian sausage or meatballs)
- Falafel Matzah Pizza (Tahini sauce, sliced falafel, and Greek pickles)
- BBQ Matzah Pizza (BBQ tofu or jackfruit, vegan ranch dressing, BBQ sauce, corn, tomatoes, and avocado)
How To Make Matzah Pizza
Think of each sheet of matzah as a ready-made pizza crust and you’re already halfway done! For some flavor variations and specific toppings, you don’t need to heat them at all, but this is the basic procedure for a classic combination:
Step 1: Prep Matzah – Use one sheet of matzah per serving, laying them out on a sheet lined with parchment paper.
Step 2: Add Sauce – Top each with 2 tablespoons of sauce, spreading it out in an even layer leaving a small margin around the edges clear.
Next, Step 3: Add Toppings – Sprinkle, spread, or scatter your selected toppings over the sauce. Cover with 2 tablespoons of shredded vegan cheese.
Step 4: Bake the Pizza – Bake at 350 degrees F for about 5 minutes, until the cheese is melted and gooey. Enjoy hot!
Topping Ideas
The only limit to the topping possibilities is your creativity! Get inspiration from your favorite traditional pizzas or start from scratch with a bold new combination.
Veggie Matzah Pizza
Love your veggies in every color of the rainbow! My favorite mix includes:
- Red onion
- Sliced mushrooms
- Diced bell peppers (both yellow and green)
- Sliced black olives
- Fresh basil
- Miyoko’s mozzarella
Taco Matza Pizza
Who needs to wait for Taco Tuesday when you can enjoy those same great flavors any day? Here’s how this one stacks up:
- Refried beans
- Meatless taco crumbles
- Vegan cheddar shreds
- Sliced black olives
- Diced Red onion
- Fresh cilantro
- Diced green bell peppers
- Sliced avocado (here are some creative ways to slice your avocado)
- Sliced jalapeno
Greek Matzah Pizza
This is a great one for lunch in a hurry, since it doesn’t even need to be heated. Cherry tomatoes make a great addition, too!
- Onion & chive dairy-free cream cheese
- Chickpeas
- Diced yellow bell peppers
- Halved kalamata olives
- Fresh basil
- Sliced cucumber
- Diced red onion
- Drizzle of tahini
Balsamic Peach Pizza
No need to apply heat on this baby either. It’s brilliant as is, cold or at room temperature.
- Onion & chive dairy-free cream cheese
- Sliced fresh peaches
- Toasted walnuts
- Arugula
- Fresh basil
- Drizzle of balsamic glaze
Buffalo Ranch Matza Pizza
For those who like it hot, spice up your night with a fiery bite that tastes like wings, without the hassle, mess, and grease of deep frying.
- Chickpeas tossed in buffalo sauce
- Vegan ranch
- Green onions
Chocolate Strawberry Dessert Matzah Pizza
Yes, matzah pizza is for dessert, too! No need to heat, but it could be delightful with melted, gooey chocolate chips, too.
- Plain vegan cream cheese
- Sliced strawberries
- Dairy-free chocolate chips
Kid-Friendly Classic Cheese Pizza
Appeal to picky eaters by keeping the toppings simple, and maybe even a little bit silly!
- Vegan Cheese – Stick with classic mozzarella-style shreds or mix it up with a variety of plant-based cheeses. Vegan cheddar, pepper jack, and dairy-free parmesan are all fun, flavorful choices.
- Olives & Cheese – Satisfy salty cravings without busting out a bag of chips. Try adding fried olives, too!
- Vegan Pepperoni & Cheese – Vegan pepperoni can increase the protein and keeps it cruelty-free.
- Smiley Face Pizza – Add olive eyes, a mushroom nose, and bell pepper mouth. Spread joy with an extra smile right on your plate!
How to Serve Up Your Vegan Matzah Pizza
Want to turn your matzah pizza into more of a meal? Luckily, we have a whole bunch of suggestions for keeping both the tradition and the taste.
- Soup’s On! – You may find Beet and Ginger Soup, Easy Pea of Broccoli Soup, or even Easy Vegan Squash & Cauliflower Soup to be the perfect pairing with pizza.
- Gimme Greens – Want to bring some color to your plate? Add a side of greens! Feel free to make your own salad, sauté some kale, or bake some asparagus. Yum!
- Pass the Potatoes – Potatoes with pizza? Why not! They’re safe for Passover and will be a hit with your taste buds. Get devilish with some Vegan Deviled Potatoes or slice up some Vegan Hasselback Potatoes.
FAQs
Traditional matzah is usually vegan since it’s simply made with flour and water. However, some matzah-based snacks and flavored varieties may contain animal products like eggs, especially egg matzah. It’s always a good idea to check ingredient labels before buying.
It’s best eaten fresh while the matzah is still crisp, but leftovers can be stored in the fridge for about 2-3 days in an airtight container. For the best texture, reheat it in the oven, toaster oven, or air fryer for a few minutes instead of the microwave. That helps crisp the matzah back up and keeps the toppings from getting soggy.
Passover celebrates the Exodus of the Jewish people from Egypt over 3,000 years ago, when they left so quickly that their bread did not have time to rise, creating flat matzah. During the eight-day holiday, leavened foods are avoided, so matzah is often used in creative sweet and savory recipes like matzah pizza. Matzah can also be ground into matzah meal or flour for making baked goods like cakes, cookies, and pie crusts.
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Matzah Pizza
Ingredients
- 4 matzah crackers
- ½ cup pizza sauce, or vegan pesto sauce
- ½ cup shredded vegan parmesan or mozzarella cheese
- Toppings of choice
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F.
- Place each matzah cracker on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and top with 2 tablespoons of sauce, your selected toppings and 2 tablespoons of shredded cheese.
- Bake for about 5 minutes.
Notes
- Need Topping Ideas? See the above article for 10 easy and delicious suggestions!
- Storing Suggestions: Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for about 2-3 days in an airtight container. For the best texture, reheat it in the oven, toaster oven, or air fryer for a few minutes instead of the microwave. That helps crisp the matzah back up and keeps the toppings from getting soggy.
Nutrition
Vegan Matzah Pizza recipe inspired by Stephanie Dreyer.
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Pizza is one of my favorite meals. I read the recipes and the only thing I would need to change is the parmigiana. Totally allergic Congratulations on your blog
I love matzah this is super creative and unique, never would of thought of trying this! 🙂
So simple and so delicious! 🙂
I love Matzah bread! This pizza sounds amazing and super quick, too!
Yum! I’m always down for a delicious pizza recipe!
Gotta try this for Passover next year!
Such a simple and fun way to use Matzah! I love making this around passover — especially with some miyoko’s vegan mozz! 🙂
What a fun way to eat matzah! I’ll definitely try this out next Passover 🙂
We’re thrilled that you love our vegan matzah pizza recipe! It’s so good!