Description
Pepperoni pizza layer cake blends savory Italian flavors into an unexpected culinary masterpiece. Layered with melted cheese, marinara sauce, and crispy pepperoni, this showstopping creation promises to delight pizza enthusiasts with its creative twist.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cans refrigerated pizza dough
- 1 package pepperoni slices
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
Cheese and Sauce:
- 1 cup pizza sauce
- 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
Herbs and Garnish:
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
Instructions
- Warm the oven to 375F (190C) and thoroughly coat a 9-inch round cake pan with cooking spray or butter.
- Unroll the first pizza dough sheet and carefully press it into the bottom of the prepared pan, ensuring an even layer that covers the entire surface.
- Distribute half of the pizza sauce across the dough, creating a uniform coverage, then generously scatter half of the mozzarella cheese over the sauce.
- Arrange a complete layer of pepperoni slices across the cheese, covering the entire surface without overlapping.
- Add the remaining pizza sauce over the pepperoni, followed by the remaining mozzarella cheese to create a rich, flavorful layer.
- Create another pepperoni layer across the cheese, using all the remaining slices.
- Stretch the second pizza dough sheet over the top layer, carefully sealing the edges by pinching and folding to create a secure seal.
- Sprinkle parmesan cheese evenly across the top crust for added flavor and golden color.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until the crust turns a deep golden brown and appears crispy.
- Remove from the oven and allow the pizza cake to rest for 3-5 minutes to set and cool slightly.
- Garnish with freshly chopped basil leaves, slice into wedges, and serve immediately while warm.
Notes
- Swap pizza dough for gluten-free versions to accommodate dietary restrictions.
- Use turkey pepperoni or reduce pepperoni quantity for a lighter, healthier option.
- Create vegetarian variations by replacing pepperoni with roasted vegetables like bell peppers, zucchini, or mushrooms.
- Layer the ingredients evenly to ensure consistent flavor and texture throughout the pizza cake.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 370 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 710 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg