These recipes are so delicious, no one will even know they're made with frozen bread dough.
30 Genius Recipes That Start With Frozen Bread Dough
Breakfast Sausage Bread
Any time we take this savory, satisfying bread to a potluck, it goes over very well. We never bring any home. My husband generally makes this bread and prides himself on the beautiful golden loaves. —Shirley Caldwell, Northwood, Ohio
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Maple Pulled Pork Buns
Total Time
5 hours 55 min
Servings
16 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Maple syrup is the sweet secret to these irresistible buns. Slow-cooking the flavorful pork couldn’t be easier, and the buns are quick to roll up. We love them for parties because they serve a packed house. —Rashanda Cobbins, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 roll: 358 calories, 12g fat (4g saturated fat), 50mg cholesterol, 727mg sodium, 41g carbohydrate (14g sugars, 2g fiber), 20g protein.
3/30
Fry Bread Tacos
Total Time
35 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This taco recipe features fluffy, pillowy fry bread with a generous scoop of seasoned ground beef along with fresh tomatoes, lettuce, salsa and a dollop of cool and tangy sour cream. The fry bread tacos are beefy, crispy and oh, so satisfying. The recipe is similar to one our son-in-law, who is half Comanche and half Kiowa, uses. I downsized it for two. —LaDonna Reed, Ponca City, Oklahoma
Nutrition Facts:
1 each: 407 calories, 11g fat (5g saturated fat), 66mg cholesterol, 1361mg sodium, 45g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 27g protein.
4/30
Cheese-Filled Garlic Rolls
Total Time
35 min
Servings
2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
To change up plain old dinner rolls, I added mozzarella. Now my family wants them at every gathering. I don’t mind, even in a time crunch. —Rosalie Fittery, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Nutrition Facts:
1 roll: 103 calories, 5g fat (2g saturated fat), 12mg cholesterol, 205mg sodium, 10g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 5g protein.
5/30
Cast-Iron Pizza Pie
Total Time
40 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I love shortcuts, so I created this cast-iron pizza using the convenience of frozen bread dough. It’s versatile, so pile on your family’s favorite pizza toppings. —Carol Gillespie, Chambersburg, Pennsylvania
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 373 calories, 18g fat (7g saturated fat), 40mg cholesterol, 991mg sodium, 34g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 3g fiber), 18g protein.
6/30
Parmesan-Bacon Bubble Bread
Total Time
40 min
Servings
16 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
When I needed to put some leftover bread dough to good use, I started with a recipe I often use for bubble bread and substituted savory ingredients for the sweet. —Lori McLain, Denton, Texas
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 140 calories, 6g fat (3g saturated fat), 14mg cholesterol, 311mg sodium, 14g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 6g protein.
7/30
Ground Beef and Pepperoni Stromboli
Total Time
55 min
Servings
2 Stromboli (8 servings each)
From the Recipe Creator:
I've made this delicious Stromboli many times. It is perfect when friends and family get together on game day and always satisfies big appetites. —Shelley Banzhaf, Maywood, Nebraska
Nutrition Facts:
1 each: 268 calories, 17g fat (6g saturated fat), 64mg cholesterol, 467mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 14g protein.
8/30
Sticky Cinnamon-Sugar Monkey Bread
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
16 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
You can do all the prep work for this monkey bread the night before. I prepare the dough pieces and put all the sauce ingredients in the pan so it’s ready for the morning. You can sprinkle chopped nuts in with the dough pieces before pouring the sauce on and baking. —Diana Kunselman, Rimersburg, Pennsylvania
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 247 calories, 9g fat (4g saturated fat), 18mg cholesterol, 339mg sodium, 36g carbohydrate (16g sugars, 2g fiber), 5g protein.
9/30
Hot Spinach Artichoke Dip
Total Time
30 min
Servings
3 cups
From the Recipe Creator:
One taste of this outrageously delicious hot spinach artichoke dip and your guests will not stop eating it until it’s gone. The savory blend of artichokes, spinach and Parmesan cheese is positively addictive! It tastes even better if you make it the night before and chill it in the fridge before baking. —Michelle Krzmarzick, Torrance, California
Nutrition Facts:
2 tablespoons: 68 calories, 6g fat (3g saturated fat), 13mg cholesterol, 139mg sodium, 2g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 2g protein.
10/30
Ham and Cheese Pockets
Total Time
30 min
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
These unique sandwich pockets are filled with ingredients both kids and adults enjoy. —Callie Myers, Rockport, Texas
Nutrition Facts:
1 pocket: 229 calories, 9g fat (3g saturated fat), 50mg cholesterol, 729mg sodium, 25g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 14g protein.
11/30
Mini Mac & Cheese Dogs
Total Time
40 min
Servings
2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
We wanted to get creative with hot dogs, so we made a mac-and-cheesy one. Pile on the extra cheese, relish and even bacon. —Julie Peterson, Crofton, Maryland
Nutrition Facts:
1 appetizer: 198 calories, 12g fat (5g saturated fat), 25mg cholesterol, 446mg sodium, 18g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 6g protein.
12/30
Turkey Sausage Pizza
Total Time
35 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
If pizza night is a must in your house, double this recipe and freeze one for later. —Melissa Jelinek, Apple Valley, Minnesota
Nutrition Facts:
1 slice: 283 calories, 9g fat (4g saturated fat), 32mg cholesterol, 668mg sodium, 30g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 3g fiber), 18g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 starch, 2 lean meat, 1/2 fat.
13/30
Sesame Herb Pull-Apart Bread
Total Time
45 min
Servings
24 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
The beauty of this bread is that all the prep work is done a day ahead. The savory herbs make it irresistible. —Mary Shivers, Ada, Oklahoma
Nutrition Facts:
1 roll: 122 calories, 4g fat (1g saturated fat), 5mg cholesterol, 213mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 4g protein.
14/30
Chicken Swiss Bundles
Total Time
50 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
These yummy sandwich buns, made with frozen dinner rolls, are a favorite at our house. They’re great hot from the oven but they also freeze well. I serve them with tomato soup, and just watch them disappear. —Trisha Kruse, Eagle, Idaho
Nutrition Facts:
1 bundle: 434 calories, 20g fat (10g saturated fat), 64mg cholesterol, 722mg sodium, 40g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 3g fiber), 24g protein.
15/30
I Want S'more Muffins
Total Time
35 min
Servings
6 muffins
From the Recipe Creator:
The s'more flavors in these fun muffins with marshmallow creme in the middle are sure to bring back fond childhood memories. —Sally Sibthorpe, Shelby Township, Michigan
Nutrition Facts:
1 each: 287 calories, 13g fat (7g saturated fat), 62mg cholesterol, 279mg sodium, 39g carbohydrate (23g sugars, 1g fiber), 4g protein.
16/30
Spinach-Stuffed Pizza
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I had my first stuffed pizza when I attended college near Chicago. I was amazed to see pizza well over an inch thick, with topping on the inside! When I served this version to my family, there were no leftovers. —Nancy Gilmour, Sumner, Iowa
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 293 calories, 11g fat (5g saturated fat), 26mg cholesterol, 789mg sodium, 32g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 4g fiber), 17g protein.
17/30
Pepperoni Bread
Total Time
55 min
Servings
12 pieces
From the Recipe Creator:
This savory stromboli starts with frozen bread dough, so it comes together in practically no time. The golden loaf is stuffed with cheese, pepperoni, mushrooms, peppers and olives. I often add a few slices of ham too. It's tasty served with warm pizza sauce for dipping. —Jenny Brown, West Lafayette, Indiana
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 296 calories, 17g fat (6g saturated fat), 66mg cholesterol, 827mg sodium, 24g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 2g fiber), 13g protein.
18/30
Pull-Apart Bacon Bread
Total Time
1 hour 15 min
Servings
16 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I stumbled across this recipe while looking for something different to take to a brunch. Boy, am I glad I did! Everyone asked for the recipe and was surprised it called for only five ingredients. It's the perfect treat to bake for an informal get-together. —Traci Collins, Cheyenne, Wyoming
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 149 calories, 6g fat (2g saturated fat), 8mg cholesterol, 621mg sodium, 17g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 6g protein.
19/30
Quick Focaccia Bread
Total Time
30 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Green olives complement this quick focaccia recipe for an easy pizza-like bread. With very few ingredients, it’s still packed with flavor. Serve the focaccia as an appetizer or alongside pasta, soup or salad for a mouthwatering meal. —Ivy J Laffoon, Ceres, California
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 249 calories, 11g fat (3g saturated fat), 10mg cholesterol, 623mg sodium, 31g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 9g protein.
20/30
Island Breezes Coffee Cake
Total Time
55 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
With the island flavors, this simple pull-apart bread is perfect for a spring brunch. —Debra Goforth, Newport, Tennessee
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 406 calories, 18g fat (8g saturated fat), 20mg cholesterol, 483mg sodium, 58g carbohydrate (27g sugars, 3g fiber), 7g protein.
21/30
Stromboli Sandwich
Total Time
50 min
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I've made this Stromboli sandwich many times for parties, and it gets great reviews. You can add ingredients and spices to suit your taste. The recipe is so good I just had to share it with you! —Leigh Lauer, Hummelstown, Pennsylvania
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 388 calories, 23g fat (10g saturated fat), 60mg cholesterol, 1175mg sodium, 28g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 2g fiber), 19g protein.
22/30
Pull-Apart Garlic Bread
Total Time
40 min
Servings
16 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
People go wild over this golden, garlicky loaf whenever I serve it. There’s intense flavor in every bite. —Carol Shields, Summerville, Pennsylvania
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 104 calories, 4g fat (2g saturated fat), 8mg cholesterol, 215mg sodium, 15g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein.
23/30
Herbed Bread Twists
Total Time
40 min
Servings
2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
A blend of herbs and a special shape dress up ordinary frozen bread dough in this unbelievably easy recipe. —Deb Stapert, Comstock Park, Michigan
Nutrition Facts:
1 twist: 84 calories, 4g fat (2g saturated fat), 17mg cholesterol, 140mg sodium, 10g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein.
24/30
Onion-Garlic Bubble Bread
Total Time
30 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I’ve relied on this bread recipe often over the years. Frozen dough hurries along the golden pull-apart loaf. It’s wonderful with Italian dishes, especially spaghetti and lasagna. —Charlene Bzdok, Little Falls, Minnesota
Nutrition Facts:
2 pieces : 177 calories, 9g fat (5g saturated fat), 20mg cholesterol, 322mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 4g protein.
25/30
Sausage Spinach Turnovers
Total Time
40 min
Servings
8 turnovers
From the Recipe Creator:
One Christmas, I gave these tasty meat pies to our neighbors as gifts instead of sweets—they loved them! The handheld pies make a handy take-along lunch. I freeze the leftovers and reheat them later in the microwave when I need a quick meal. —Vicky Henry, Aurora, Colorado
Nutrition Facts:
1 turnover: 398 calories, 22g fat (8g saturated fat), 52mg cholesterol, 848mg sodium, 31g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 3g fiber), 19g protein.
26/30
Quick Calzones
Total Time
30 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Leftover meat sauce makes a hearty calzone that tastes like it’s made from scratch. Top the calzones with a sprinkling of Parmesan. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Nutrition Facts:
1 calzone: 430 calories, 12g fat (3g saturated fat), 26mg cholesterol, 1037mg sodium, 63g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 4g fiber), 21g protein.
27/30
Muffin-Cup Cheddar Beef Pies
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
20 beef pies
From the Recipe Creator:
My kids love these beef rolls so much. I always make extra since they heat up so quickly. I give the kids their choice of dipping sauces—spaghetti sauce or ranch dressing are the top picks. —Kimberly Farmer, Wichita, Kansas
Nutrition Facts:
2 meat pies: 482 calories, 19g fat (7g saturated fat), 71mg cholesterol, 850mg sodium, 45g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 4g fiber), 29g protein.
28/30
Green Onion Rolls
Total Time
50 min
Servings
1 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
Better double the batch! These savory, elegant rolls will disappear fast. —Jane Kroeger, Key Largo, Florida
Nutrition Facts:
1 roll: 142 calories, 4g fat (1g saturated fat), 7mg cholesterol, 415mg sodium, 20g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 6g protein.
29/30
Italian Herb and Cheese Breadsticks
Total Time
40 min
Servings
2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
Thanks to convenient frozen dough, these delectable breadsticks are oven-ready in 20 minutes. The cheesy bites are so good dipped in warm marinara sauce. —Rebekah Beyer, Sabetha, Kansas
Nutrition Facts:
1 breadstick: 93 calories, 4g fat (2g saturated fat), 10mg cholesterol, 180mg sodium, 10g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein.
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Pizza Dip
Total Time
10 min
Servings
24 servings (about 3 cups)
From the Recipe Creator:
You can assemble this easy appetizer in a jiffy. The pizza dip goes very fast, so you may want to make two batches. —Stacie Morse, South Otselic, New York
Nutrition Facts:
2 tablespoons: 62 calories, 5g fat (3g saturated fat), 15mg cholesterol, 144mg sodium, 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 3g protein.