Description
Create a show-stopping centerpiece with this Pepperoni Pizza Layer Cake! This fun twist on a classic pizza combines layers of cheese, sauce, and pepperoni in a cake-like form. Perfect for parties, family gatherings, or pizza night.
Ingredients
- 3 pizza doughs (store-bought or homemade)
- 1½ cups pizza sauce
- 3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 cups pepperoni slices
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Optional: sliced olives, bell peppers, mushrooms
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat to 400°F (200°C). Grease three 9-inch round cake pans with olive oil.
- Prepare Dough: Roll out pizza dough into 9-inch circles; place in greased pans.
- Layer 1: Spread ½ cup pizza sauce, 1 cup mozzarella, and a layer of pepperoni over the first dough.
- Layer 2: Add the second dough, another ½ cup sauce, 1 cup mozzarella, and pepperoni.
- Layer 3: Top with the final dough, remaining sauce, mozzarella, and pepperoni. Sprinkle Parmesan, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning.
- Bake: Bake for 25-30 minutes until the crust is golden and cheese is bubbly.
- Cool & Serve: Let cool for 5 minutes. Carefully remove from pans, slice, and serve.
Notes
- Vegetarian Option: Replace pepperoni with veggies like mushrooms, onions, and bell peppers.
- Storage: Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge.
- Reheating: Warm slices in a 350°F oven for 10 minutes or microwave for 1-2 minutes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: : American, Italian-inspired
