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This Pepperoni Pizza Cake is a crowd-pleasing treat that brings together classic pizza flavors in a unique layered creation. It's perfect for gatherings or family dinners, wowing everyone with its stretchy cheese, zesty sauce, and tasty layers of pepperoni and ground beef.
What You'll Love About This Tasty Creation
This Pepperoni Pizza Cake puts a fun twist on a beloved favorite by stacking generous layers of cheese, sauce, beef, and pepperoni. The impressive presentation will catch everyone's eye at your table. It's easy to make thanks to ready-made pizza crusts, and you can switch up the toppings however you want.
Pizza Cake Ingredients
- Pizza Crusts: 2 ready-made ones for the foundation.
- Pizza Sauce: 240ml for that tangy kick.
- Shredded Mozzarella: 200g for the gooey stretch.
- Pepperoni Slices: 100g for that traditional topping.
- Cooked Ground Beef: 200g with salt and pepper.
- Shredded Cheddar: 100g for an extra cheesy layer.
- Extra Mozzarella: For the melty top.
- Fresh Basil or Parsley: For garnish and freshness.
Step-by-Step Guide
- Get Your Oven Ready
- Set your oven to 200°C and grab a large glass dish.
- Brown The Beef
- Cook the ground beef in a pan over medium heat until browned. Drain off any extra fat, add seasonings, and set aside.
- Stack Your Layers
- Put one pizza crust in the dish, spread half the sauce, then add layers of mozzarella, beef, and pepperoni. Do it all again with the second crust and leftover ingredients.
- Bake It Up
- Pop it in the oven for 15-20 minutes until the cheese melts and the crust turns golden. Top with more mozzarella and bake another 5 minutes.
- Cool Down and Dish Up
- Let it cool a bit before cutting to see all those beautiful layers. Sprinkle fresh basil or parsley on top.
Tips and Twists
Go crazy with the cheese for maximum stretchiness. Throw in mushrooms, bell peppers, or onions if you want more variety. Make it veggie-friendly by swapping beef for sautéed vegetables. Serve it alongside a Caesar salad, garlic bread, or dipping sauces like ranch or marinara.
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Storing and Warming Up
Leftovers can stay good in an airtight container in your fridge for up to 3 days. When you want more, warm slices in the oven at 175°C for about 10 minutes to keep them crispy and flavorful.
Frequently Asked Questions
- → Can I make this tart ahead of time?
- Sure! Put it together a few hours early and chill it. Add 5 minutes to bake time if it goes straight from the fridge into the oven.
- → What cheeses work best?
- Mozzarella’s a must for its meltiness. Cheddar gives flavor, but you can switch it out for gruyère or grated parmesan.
- → How do I ensure the bottom crust cooks properly?
- Bake the bottom crust alone for about 5 minutes first. Also, preheat the baking sheet before you add everything.
- → Can I change the toppings?
- Of course! Add things like mushrooms, peppers, onions, or olives. Just avoid super-wet veggies so the crust doesn’t get soggy.
- → How should it be stored?
- Keep it chilled in the fridge for up to 2 days. Heat it in the oven for a few minutes to crisp up the crust again.