Yield: 10–12 servings

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Rise Time (if using pizza dough): 45–60 minutes

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Bake Time: 30–35 minutes

Total Time: About 1 hour (using refrigerated dough) or 2 hours (homemade dough)

Ingredients

For the Dough (Homemade Option)

3 cups (375 g) bread or all-purpose flour
2¼ tsp (7 g) instant yeast
1 tsp sugar
1 tsp salt
1 cup (240 ml) warm water (105–110°F / 40–43°C)
2 tbsp olive oil

2 cans refrigerated biscuit dough (16 oz / 450 g total)
OR 1 lb (450 g) prepared pizza dough

Filling

2 cups (225 g) shredded mozzarella cheese
¾ cup (75 g) grated Parmesan cheese
1 cup (100 g) mini pepperoni or sliced pepperoni
2 tsp Italian seasoning
1 tsp garlic powder
½ tsp onion powder
2 tbsp melted butter
1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (optional)

Pizza Sauce

1½ cups (360 ml) pizza or marinara sauce
Warm before serving

Equipment

10-inch (25 cm) Bundt pan
Mixing bowls
Pastry brush
Cooling rack

Homemade Dough Instructions

Step 1 – Activate (if using active dry yeast)

Mix:

Warm water
Sugar
Yeast

Let stand 5–10 minutes until foamy.

If using instant yeast, mix directly with the flour.

Step 2 – Mix

Combine:

Flour
Salt

Add:

Water
Olive oil

Mix until a shaggy dough forms.

Step 3 – Knead

Knead:

By hand: 8–10 minutes
Mixer: 6–8 minutes

The dough should be smooth, soft, and elastic.

Step 4 – First Rise

Place in an oiled bowl.

Cover.

Let rise until doubled.

Time:

45–60 minutes

Assemble (Matching the Image)

Step 1

Grease the Bundt pan well.

Brush lightly with melted butter.

Step 2

Cut dough or biscuits into bite-size pieces.

About:

1½-inch (4 cm) pieces

Step 3

Mix together:

Mozzarella
Parmesan
Pepperoni
Italian seasoning
Garlic powder
Onion powder

Step 4

Layer in the Bundt pan:

Dough pieces
Cheese mixture
Pepperoni

Repeat until full.

Finish with extra mozzarella and pepperoni on top.

Step 5

Drizzle with melted butter.

Final Rise (Homemade Dough Only)

Cover.

Rise:
20–30 minutes.

If using refrigerated biscuit dough, this step isn’t necessary.

Bake

Bake at:

350°F (175°C)

Bake:
30–35 minutes

Until:

Golden brown
Cheese melted
Internal temperature reaches about 190°F (88°C)

If the top browns too quickly, cover loosely with foil for the last 10 minutes.

Cooling

Cool in the pan for:

10 minutes.

Carefully invert onto a serving plate.

Place a small bowl of warm pizza sauce in the center for dipping.

Nutrition Information (Approximate)

Per serving (1/10 of recipe)

Calories: 360
Protein: 15 g
Carbohydrates: 29 g
Fat: 20 g
Saturated Fat: 8 g
Cholesterol: 35 mg
Sodium: 900 mg
Fiber: 1 g
Sugar: 2 g

Allergen Information:

Contains wheat (gluten), milk (dairy), and may contain egg depending on the dough used.
Contains no tree nuts or peanuts in the standard recipe. If using store-bought dough or pepperoni, check labels for possible cross-contact if serving someone with a nut allergy.

Optional Add-Ins

Cooked Italian sausage
Bacon bits
Ham
Mushrooms
Bell peppers
Jalapeños
Black olives
Red onions
Spinach
Fresh basil

Variations

Supreme Pizza Bread

Add sautéed peppers, onions, mushrooms, olives, and sausage.

Meat Lovers

Use pepperoni, sausage, bacon, and ham.

Buffalo Chicken

Use cooked chicken, buffalo sauce, mozzarella, and cheddar.

BBQ Chicken

Use barbecue sauce, chicken, red onion, and cheddar.

Four Cheese

Mozzarella, provolone, Parmesan, and cheddar.

Vegetarian

Skip the meat and add your favorite vegetables.

Storage

Refrigerator:

Up to 4 days in an airtight container.

Freezer:

Wrap tightly and freeze for up to 2 months.

Reheat:

Oven: 350°F (175°C) for 10–15 minutes.
Microwave: 30–60 seconds per portion (bread will be softer).

Frequently Asked Questions (Q&A)

Q: Can I use canned biscuit dough?

A: Yes. It’s the quickest option and gives a soft, fluffy texture similar to the one shown.

Q: Can I use homemade pizza dough?

A: Absolutely. Homemade dough provides a chewier, more traditional pizza-bread texture.

Q: How do I keep it from sticking?

A: Grease the Bundt pan generously with butter or nonstick spray, making sure to coat all the grooves and center tube.

Q: Can I prepare it ahead of time?

A: Yes. Assemble the bread, cover, and refrigerate for up to 24 hours. Let it sit at room temperature for 20–30 minutes before baking.

Q: Why is the center still doughy?

A: The bread may need a few more minutes in the oven. Tent the top with foil if it’s browning too quickly and continue baking until the center is cooked through.

Q: What cheese works best?

A: Low-moisture mozzarella melts well and creates long, stretchy cheese pulls. Parmesan adds flavor, and provolone or cheddar can be mixed in for variety.

Q: Can I make it spicy?

A: Yes. Add crushed red pepper flakes, sliced jalapeños, spicy pepperoni, or a drizzle of hot honey after baking.

Q: What dipping sauces go well with it?

A: Warm pizza sauce, marinara, garlic butter, ranch dressing, Alfredo sauce, or pesto are all great choices.