Oven-Roasted Pepperoni Pizza with Cinnamon Monkey Bread

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A classic oven-roasted pepperoni pizza paired with sweet, pull-apart cinnamon monkey bread, perfect for a comforting meal. This italian-inspired pizza ready in about 50 minutes pairs pizza dough, tomato sauce, mozzarella cheese, shredded for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 650 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 30 min Serves 4 Italian cuisine 650 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 450°F. Roll out 1 lb pizza dough on a floured surface into a 12-inch circle. Transfer to a pizza stone or baking sheet.
  2. Step 2: Spread 1/2 cup tomato sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a 1-inch border. Sprinkle 8 oz shredded mozzarella cheese uniformly. Arrange 20 pepperoni slices on top.
  3. Step 3: Bake the pizza for 12-15 minutes until the crust is golden and cheese is bubbly and slightly browned. Remove and let cool slightly.
  4. Step 4: For the monkey bread, preheat oven to 350°F. In a mixing bowl, combine 1 cup all-purpose flour, 1 tsp baking powder, 2 tbsp granulated sugar, and a pinch of salt.
  5. Step 5: Add 1/3 cup milk and 1/4 cup melted butter to the dry ingredients. Mix until a soft dough forms. Tear into 1-inch pieces.
  6. Step 6: In a separate bowl, mix 1/2 cup brown sugar and 2 tsp ground cinnamon. Dip each dough piece in melted butter, then roll in cinnamon sugar.
  7. Step 7: Place coated dough pieces into a greased bundt pan. Pour any remaining cinnamon sugar over the top.
  8. Step 8: Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden and cooked through. Let cool for 10 minutes before serving alongside the pizza.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Oven-Roasted Pepperoni Pizza with Cinnamon Monkey Bread take to make?

Total time is about 50 minutes (20 min prep + 30 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Oven-Roasted Pepperoni Pizza with Cinnamon Monkey Bread?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep pizza dough from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Oven-Roasted Pepperoni Pizza with Cinnamon Monkey Bread?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Oven-Roasted Pepperoni Pizza with Cinnamon Monkey Bread for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Oven-Roasted Pepperoni Pizza with Cinnamon Monkey Bread?

Italian pizza like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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