Indulge in this delicious and fun-to-eat Pizza Monkey Bread! Perfect for parties, game days, or a cozy night in, this pull-apart bread is packed with gooey cheese, pepperoni, and your favorite pizza flavors.
Ingredients:
2 cans (16.3 oz each) refrigerated biscuit dough
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 cup pepperoni slices, quartered
1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
1 cup marinara or pizza sauce (for serving)
Directions:
Preheat Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350ยฐF (175ยฐC). Grease a bundt pan or a 9ร13-inch baking dish with cooking spray or butter.
Prepare the Biscuit Dough:
- Open the cans of biscuit dough and cut each biscuit into quarters.
Combine Ingredients:
- In a large bowl, combine the quartered biscuit dough pieces, shredded mozzarella cheese, grated Parmesan cheese, and quartered pepperoni slices. Toss gently to mix.
Season the Dough:
- Pour the melted butter over the biscuit mixture. Add the Italian seasoning and garlic powder. Toss everything together until the dough pieces are well coated.
Assemble the Monkey Bread:
- Transfer the biscuit mixture into the prepared bundt pan or baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
Bake:
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the biscuits are cooked through. If the top starts to brown too quickly, cover it loosely with aluminum foil.
Serve:
- Allow the pizza monkey bread to cool for a few minutes before turning it out onto a serving plate. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired.
- Serve with warm marinara or pizza sauce for dipping.
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 35 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Servings: 8-10 servings
Calories: 300 kcal per serving
Notes:
- Feel free to customize the filling with your favorite pizza toppings, such as cooked sausage, bell peppers, mushrooms, or olives.
- For a spicy kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the melted butter mixture.
- This dish is best enjoyed fresh out of the oven but can be reheated in the microwave or oven if needed.