Italian Bread Creamy Pesto Pepperoni Pizza
Transform your pizza night with this quick and irresistible Italian Bread Creamy Pesto Pepperoni Pizza—a delightful fusion of vibrant Italian flavors and effortless preparation. Using a crusty Italian bread loaf as the base, this recipe is topped with a luscious creamy pesto sauce made by blending pesto and heavy cream, creating a rich and flavorful foundation. Layers of melted mozzarella and Parmesan cheese, zesty pepperoni slices, juicy cherry tomatoes, and hints of garlic and oregano guarantee every bite is bursting with savory goodness. Ready in just 25 minutes, this easy-to-make pizza bakes to golden, bubbly perfection, perfect for weeknight dinners, parties, or weekend gatherings. Garnish with fresh basil for an aromatic finish, and pair with a crisp salad or your favorite beverage for a complete meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 loaf Italian bread
- 0.5 cup Pesto sauce
- 2 tablespoons Heavy cream
- 2 cups Mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 20 Pepperoni slices
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 6 Cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 5 Fresh basil leaves (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Slice the Italian bread loaf in half horizontally to create two large flat pieces.
Brush the cut sides of the bread with olive oil to prevent them from drying out while baking.
In a small bowl, mix the pesto sauce and heavy cream until well combined. This will create a creamy pesto base.
Spread the creamy pesto mixture evenly over the cut surfaces of the bread.
Sprinkle half of the shredded mozzarella cheese over the pesto-covered bread.
Distribute the pepperoni slices evenly across the bread, followed by the halved cherry tomatoes.
Sprinkle the garlic powder and dried oregano over the toppings for added flavor.
Add the remaining mozzarella cheese on top, followed by the grated Parmesan cheese.
Place the prepared bread pizzas on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the edges of the bread are golden and crisp.
Remove from the oven and let the pizzas cool for 2-3 minutes.
Garnish with fresh basil leaves if desired before slicing and serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1505 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 108.6 g | 139% | |
| Saturated Fat | 41.2 g | 206% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 178 mg | 59% | |
| Sodium | 4164 mg | 181% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 78.4 g | 28% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.0 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.9 g | ||
| Protein | 60.0 g | 120% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 795 mg | 61% | |
| Iron | 8.4 mg | 47% | |
| Potassium | 1068 mg | 23% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
