Pop Up Pizza Casserole

Get ready to elevate your pizza night with this irresistibly cheesy and satisfying Pop Up Pizza Casserole! This family-friendly recipe combines all the classic flavors of pizza—savory Italian sausage, tangy pizza sauce, crispy pepperoni, and gooey mozzarella—layered under a golden, fluffy batter that "pops up" in the oven. With a prep time of just 20 minutes, this one-pan wonder is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Customize it with green bell peppers for an added crunch, and serve it hot and fresh, sliced into hearty portions. Whether you're craving comfort food or looking for a creative twist on pizza, this casserole guarantees smiles at the dinner table. Perfect for pizza enthusiasts and casserole lovers alike!

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground Italian sausage
• 1 medium Onion, diced
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1.5 cups Pizza sauce
• 0.5 cup Pepperoni slices
• 0.5 cup Green bell pepper, diced (optional)
• 2 cups Shredded mozzarella cheese
• 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 2 large Eggs
• 1 cup Milk
• 1 teaspoon Olive oil (for greasing)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with olive oil.

Step 2

In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground Italian sausage until browned, breaking it into small pieces with a spatula. Add the diced onion and minced garlic, and cook for 2-3 minutes until the onions are soft and garlic is fragrant.

Step 3

Stir in the pizza sauce, pepperoni slices, and diced green bell pepper if using. Simmer for 5 minutes, then remove from heat.

Step 4

Spread the meat and sauce mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese and Parmesan cheese evenly over the top.

Step 5

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. In another bowl, beat the eggs and milk together, then gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until a smooth batter forms.

Step 6

Pour the batter evenly over the cheese layer in the casserole dish. Use a spatula to spread it out if necessary, ensuring it covers the entire surface.

Step 7

Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Step 8

Remove the casserole from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving. Slice into squares and enjoy your Pop Up Pizza Casserole!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1866.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3847.1

Total Fat 253.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 103.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g
Cholesterol 1043.8mg	0%
Sodium 11482.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 185.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.7g	0%
Total Sugars 43.3g
Protein 208.3g	0%

Vitamin D 189.4IU	0%
Calcium 2787.8mg	0%
Iron 22.9mg	0%
Potassium 4784.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 59.2%

Protein: 21.6%

Carbs: 19.2%