Pepperoni Pizza Buns
Transform your pizza night with these irresistible Pepperoni Pizza Buns—an exciting twist on classic pizza that's perfect for sharing! Made with soft, homemade dough, these savory buns are swirled with tangy pizza sauce, gooey mozzarella cheese, spicy pepperoni, and a sprinkling of Parmesan for a flavor-packed bite. Baked to golden perfection and topped with Italian seasoning, these buns are not only easy to make but also incredibly versatile. Ideal for parties, game day snacks, or even a fun weeknight dinner, they’re ready in just under two hours and serve 12. Whether enjoyed warm or at room temperature, these Pepperoni Pizza Buns are sure to be a hit with the whole family.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Warm water
- 2.25 teaspoons Instant yeast
- 2 teaspoons Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.5 cup Pizza sauce
- 1.5 cups Shredded mozzarella cheese
- 0.75 cup Sliced pepperoni
- 0.25 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large Egg
- 1 tablespoon Water (for egg wash)
- 1 teaspoon Dried Italian seasoning
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine warm water, instant yeast, and sugar. Stir and let sit for 5 minutes until the mixture becomes foamy.
Add olive oil, salt, and 2 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour to the yeast mixture. Stir until a dough forms.
Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes, adding the remaining flour as needed, until the dough is smooth and elastic.
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a clean towel, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until it doubles in size.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Punch down the dough and roll it out into a large rectangle about 12x16 inches on a lightly floured surface.
Spread the pizza sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a 1/2-inch border along the edges.
Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the pizza sauce, followed by the sliced pepperoni and grated Parmesan cheese.
Starting from the long side, tightly roll up the dough into a log. Pinch the seam to seal it.
Using a sharp knife, slice the log into 12 equal pieces and place them cut-side up on the prepared baking sheet.
In a small bowl, whisk the egg with 1 tablespoon of water to create an egg wash.
Brush the tops of the buns with the egg wash and sprinkle with dried Italian seasoning.
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the buns are golden brown and cooked through.
Let the pizza buns cool slightly before serving. Enjoy them warm or at room temperature!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3302 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 166.6 g | 214% | |
| Saturated Fat | 63.9 g | 320% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 551 mg | 184% | |
| Sodium | 7983 mg | 347% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 314.0 g | 114% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.2 g | 58% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.5 g | ||
| Protein | 131.1 g | 262% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 1620 mg | 125% | |
| Iron | 24.1 mg | 134% | |
| Potassium | 1893 mg | 40% | |
*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.
