Cheesy Pepperoni Pizza Sourdough Bread

A delightful twist on comfort foods, this sourdough bread is packed with cheesy goodness and savory pepperoni, perfect for any occasion.

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Prep Time 30

Cook Time 35

Total Time 3

Servings: 8 servings

Course: Appetizer, Bread, Snack

Cuisine: American, Italian

Calories: 280

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

Dough Ingredients

500 g sourdough starter Make sure it’s active before use.
500 g all-purpose flour Can substitute with whole wheat flour for half.
350 ml water Room temperature.
1 teaspoon salt Adds flavor to the dough.

Filling Ingredients

200 g mozzarella cheese, shredded Can be substituted with cheddar or provolone.
100 g halal pepperoni slices Can replace with vegetables for a veggie version.
1 tablespoon Italian herbs (oregano, basil, thyme) Feel free to experiment with other herbs.

Method

Preparation

In a large bowl, mix the sourdough starter, water, and flour until a shaggy dough forms.
Add salt and knead the dough for about 10 minutes until smooth.
Incorporate the shredded mozzarella and pepperoni slices, followed by the Italian herbs.

Rising

Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover, and let it rise for 4-6 hours until doubled in size.

Baking

Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C) and place a baking stone or cast iron skillet inside to heat.
Shape the dough into a round loaf and let it rest for 30 minutes.
Transfer the loaf onto parchment paper and carefully place it onto the preheated baking stone.
Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown.
Let it cool before slicing and serve.

Notes

To store, wrap the bread in parchment paper followed by a kitchen towel and keep at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, slice and freeze individual pieces.