Description
Indulge in a unique twist on traditional pizza with this Pepperoni Pizza Layer Cake recipe. Stacked high with layers of dough, sauce, cheese, and toppings, this savory ‘cake’ is a fun and delicious way to enjoy a favorite dish.
Ingredients
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Pizza Dough:
- 3 packages refrigerated pizza dough
Sauce and Cheese:
- 1 1/2 cups pizza sauce
- 3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Toppings:
- 1 cup sliced pepperoni
- 1/2 cup cooked sausage crumbles (optional)
- 1/2 cup sliced black olives (optional)
Seasonings:
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Others:
- Nonstick cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat and Prep: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a deep 9-inch springform pan with nonstick spray.
- Layering: Roll out one portion of pizza dough and press it evenly into the bottom of the pan. Spread sauce, cheeses, and toppings in layers, repeating the process to create a ‘cake.’
- Bake: Sprinkle seasonings over the top and bake for 35 to 40 minutes until golden. Let it rest before slicing and serving warm.
Notes
- For a taller cake, add more layers with extra dough and toppings.
- Par-bake the bottom crust for 8 minutes to prevent a soggy center.
- Serve with extra sauce or ranch for dipping.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 920 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 42 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 19 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg
