Cheesy Pepperoni Bread with Italian Seasoning Recipe
This Pepperoni Bread is a deliciously savory and cheesy rolled bread that combines the flavors of pepperoni, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheese, wrapped inside soft pizza dough. Perfect as a snack, appetizer, or party treat, it features a golden, buttery crust seasoned with Italian spices and garlic for an extra burst of flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients
Dough & Coating
- 1 lb frozen pizza dough, thawed
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 egg, beaten
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
Filling
- 6 oz hard pepperoni, sliced
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ¼ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Prepare the dough: Lightly flour your work surface with the ¼ cup of all-purpose flour. Roll out the thawed pizza dough into a rectangle approximately 12x9 inches in size.
- Add the filling: Evenly layer the sliced hard pepperoni over the dough, followed by the shredded mozzarella cheese and then sprinkle with freshly grated Parmesan cheese for an extra cheesy flavor.
- Roll the dough: Starting from one of the longer edges, carefully roll the dough up tightly into a log shape, encasing all the filling inside. Pinch the seam to seal the edges.
- Brush with egg wash: Brush the entire surface of the rolled dough with the beaten egg. This will help give the crust a beautiful golden color and shine once baked.
- Prepare the seasoning butter: Mix the melted unsalted butter with Italian seasoning and garlic powder. Brush this seasoned butter evenly over the top of the dough roll.
- Bake the bread: Place the rolled dough on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 25-30 minutes or until the bread is golden brown and cooked through.
- Cool and serve: Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool for about 10 minutes to set. Slice into thick pieces and serve warm for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- You can substitute hard pepperoni with any small cured sausage or even salami.
- For a spicier version, use pepperoni with added chili flakes or sprinkle red pepper flakes inside the filling.
- Make sure the pizza dough is fully thawed to make rolling easier and prevent tearing.
- Store any leftovers wrapped tightly and refrigerate for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven for a crisp crust.
- If you want a softer crust, brush the bread with additional melted butter right after baking.
