Quick Easy Pepperoni Loaf
Transform your weeknight meals with this Quick Easy Pepperoni Loaf—a crowd-pleasing, cheesy delight that’s perfect for busy schedules or laid-back gatherings. Made with convenient refrigerated pizza dough, zesty pepperoni, and ooey-gooey mozzarella cheese, this recipe comes together in just 10 minutes of prep time. The loaf is brushed with a mouthwatering garlic-butter glaze, infused with Italian seasoning and Parmesan cheese, for a golden, flavorful crust that pairs beautifully with marinara sauce for dipping. Perfectly baked in under 30 minutes, this savory loaf is ideal as an appetizer, party treat, or even a comforting main dish. Impress your family and friends with this easy-to-make recipe that tastes like it’s fresh from an Italian bakery!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 can (13.8 oz) Refrigerated pizza dough
- 4 oz Sliced pepperoni
- 1.5 cups Shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoons Grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 tablespoon Chopped parsley (optional)
- 1 cup Marinara sauce (for dipping, optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
On a clean surface, unroll the refrigerated pizza dough into a rectangle, approximately 12x8 inches.
Evenly layer the sliced pepperoni over the dough, leaving a 1-inch border on all sides.
Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese on top of the pepperoni, followed by 1 tablespoon of grated Parmesan cheese.
Starting on one of the longer sides, carefully roll up the dough into a tight log, pinching the seam to seal it. Tuck in the ends and pinch them to seal as well.
Place the rolled dough seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
In a small microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter. Stir in the garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and remaining 1 tablespoon of grated Parmesan cheese.
Brush the butter mixture generously over the top and sides of the dough.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the loaf is golden brown and cooked through.
Remove the loaf from the oven and let it cool for 5-10 minutes before slicing.
Optional: Sprinkle with chopped parsley for garnish.
Slice the loaf into 1-inch pieces and serve warm with marinara sauce for dipping, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1781 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 74.1 g | 95% | |
| Saturated Fat | 37.9 g | 190% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 196 mg | 65% | |
| Sodium | 3421 mg | 149% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 204.0 g | 74% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.6 g | 31% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.2 g | ||
| Protein | 78.6 g | 157% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 1434 mg | 110% | |
| Iron | 9.1 mg | 51% | |
| Potassium | 457 mg | 10% | |
*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.
