Pepperoni Pizza Bread (Stuffed & Naked)
Description
Pepperoni pizza bread combines everything you love about pizza—gooey cheese, savory pepperoni, and rich tomato sauce—wrapped in (or layered over) soft, golden bread.
Stuffed version: Filled and rolled like a stromboli—crispy outside, cheesy inside
Naked version: Open-faced with toppings baked directly on top—quick and crispy
Time Required
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Rise Time (if using homemade dough): 1 hour
Bake Time: 20–25 minutes
Total Time: ~40 minutes (store-bought dough) or ~1 hour 45 minutes (homemade)
Ingredients
For the Dough (or use store-bought pizza dough)
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 tbsp sugar
1 tsp salt
2¼ tsp yeast (1 packet)
1 cup warm water
2 tbsp olive oil
Filling / Toppings
1 cup pizza sauce
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
1 cup sliced pepperoni
½ tsp oregano
½ tsp Italian seasoning
¼ tsp chili flakes (optional)
Garlic (for topping)
3 tbsp melted
2 cloves garlic (minced)
1 tbsp parsley
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare Dough
Mix warm water, sugar, and yeast → rest 5–10 minutes until foamy
Add flour, salt, olive oil → knead 8–10 minutes
Cover and let rise 1 hour (until doubled)
(Skip if using store-bought dough)
Method 1: Stuffed Pepperoni Pizza Bread (Stromboli Style)
Steps
Preheat oven to 190°C (375°F)
Roll dough into a rectangle (about ¼ inch thick)
Spread pizza sauce (leave edges clean)
Add mozzarella + pepperoni evenly
Sprinkle oregano & chili flakes
Roll tightly into a log (like a swiss roll)
Seal edges and place seam-side down
Cut small slits on top
Brush with garlic butter
Bake
Bake for 20–25 minutes until golden brown
Finish
Brush extra garlic butter after baking
Slice and serve warm
Method 2: Naked (Open-Faced) Pepperoni Pizza Bread
Steps
Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F)
Flatten dough OR slice a baguette/loaf in half
Spread pizza sauce on top
Add mozzarella generously
Arrange pepperoni slices
Sprinkle seasoning
🔥 Bake
Bake for 12–18 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden
Finish
Drizzle garlic on top
Optional: Broil 2–3 minutes for crispy edges
🍽️ Serving Ideas
Serve with marinara dip
Pair with salad or fries
Add jalapeños or olives for extra flavor
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Can I use ready-made bread?
Yes! Use baguette, sandwich loaf, or even burger buns for the naked version.
2. How do I prevent soggy bread?
Use less sauce
Pre-toast bread slightly for naked version
3. Can I freeze it?
Yes:
Freeze unbaked stuffed roll OR baked slices
Reheat at 180°C until warm
4. What cheese works best?
Mozzarella is best, but you can mix with cheddar or parmesan.
5. Can I make it without pepperoni?
Absolutely—use chicken, vegetables, or beef instead.
Nutritional Info (Approx. per serving)
Calories: 320–400
Protein: 12–16g
Carbs: 30–35g
Fat: 15–20g
Pro Tips
Don’t overfill the stuffed version (prevents bursting)