Smoky, savory, and spiced just right, this seasoning mix brings the heart of classic pepperoni straight into your home kitchen. Inspired by the bold flavor of traditional pepperoni sausage, this handcrafted blend combines smoky paprika, fennel, anise, and herbs to recreate that unmistakable pizzeria aroma. Whether you’re making your own sausage or simply love bold, nostalgic flavors, this mix delivers an irresistible depth that will keep you coming back for more!

Best Homemade Pepperoni Seasoning Blend

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Servings

tablespoons

Prep time

minutes

Total time

minutes

A bold and aromatic pepperoni seasoning blend made with smoked paprika, fennel, anise, garlic, and herbs. This recipe yields about 5 tablespoons, perfect for seasoning 1 lb of ground meat for homemade pepperoni or adding smoky, savory flavor to pizzas, sauces, and more.

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Ingredients

1 tbsp Smoked Paprika
1 tsp Sweet Paprika
1 tsp Garlic Powder
1 tsp Onion Powder
1 tsp Crushed Red Chili Flakes
½ tsp Cayenne Pepper
1 tsp Dried Oregano
½ tsp Dried Thyme
¾ tsp Ground Black Pepper
¼ tsp Ground White Pepper
½ tsp Salt
½ tsp Brown Sugar
½ tsp Ground Fennel Seeds
¼ tsp Ground Anise Seeds
¼ tsp Dry Mustard
½ tsp Ground Coriander (optional)

Directions

Combine all the ingredients in a mixing bowl or a plate.
Mix everything thoroughly until evenly blended.
Use as desired or store in a glass airtight spice jar.

Notes

Use 2–3 tablespoons per 1 lb of ground meat or vegan substitute to infuse authentic pepperoni flavor. Add curing salt if preparing preserved sausages.
Leftovers? Sprinkle on pizza, pasta, veggies, popcorn, or roasted nuts!
Store in an airtight glass jar in a cool, dry place as this keeps fresh for up to 6 months!