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Pepperoni Pizza Sourdough Bread

Pepperoni Pizza Sourdough Bread That Your Family Will Love

This Pepperoni Pizza Sourdough Bread combines the tang of sourdough with the flavors of classic pepperoni pizza, perfect for family gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Resting Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Dough Ingredients
  • 1 cup Active Sourdough Starter Ensure it’s bubbly and well-fed.
  • 1 cup Warm Water Use lukewarm water for fermentation.
  • 3 cups Bread Flour Can substitute with all-purpose flour.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavor; do not omit.
Filling Ingredients
  • 1 cup Pepperoni Feel free to use turkey or vegetarian options.
  • 1 cup Cheese Optional, use mozzarella or a blend.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Dutch oven
  • banneton basket
  • Wire Rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Feed your active sourdough starter 4–8 hours before baking.
  2. Combine the starter with warm water in a bowl until dissolved.
  3. Add bread flour and salt, mixing until no dry flour remains.
  4. Cover the bowl and let the dough rest for about 1 hour.
  5. Knead the dough by performing stretch and folds every 30 minutes.
  6. Cover and let the dough ferment for about 2 hours.
  7. Shape the dough into a ball and let it proof in a banneton for 30-60 minutes.
  8. Refrigerate the shaped dough for 4-24 hours for cold proofing.
  9. Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C) and score the top of the dough.
  10. Bake covered for 30 minutes, then uncover and bake for an additional 15 minutes.
  11. Remove bread from the oven and let it cool on a wire rack for at least 1 hour.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 10IUCalcium: 5mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Kneading and shaping can be a fun activity, and cold proofing enhances flavor.

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