Description
Pizza Monkey Bread is a fun, pull-apart dish loaded with gooey cheese, pepperoni, and savory seasonings. Perfect for parties, game nights, or a creative twist on pizza night, this easy-to-make recipe is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser!
Ingredients
- Pizza dough
- Pepperoni slices
- Mozzarella cheese
- Parmesan cheese
- Marinara sauce
- Melted butter
- Minced garlic
- Dried Italian seasoning
- Fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a bundt pan or baking dish with nonstick spray or butter.
- Prepare Dough: Cut the pizza dough into small, bite-sized pieces.
- Stuff the Dough: Flatten each piece and place a small amount of mozzarella cheese and a slice of pepperoni inside. Fold the dough around the filling and pinch the edges to seal.
- Coat the Dough Balls: In a bowl, mix melted butter, minced garlic, and Italian seasoning. Toss each stuffed dough ball in the butter mixture until well coated.
- Assemble in Pan: Arrange the coated dough balls in the prepared bundt pan, layering them evenly.
- Add Cheese and Extras: Sprinkle Parmesan cheese between the layers and add extra pepperoni if desired.
- Bake: Place the pan in the oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the bread is golden brown and cooked through.
- Cool and Serve: Allow to cool slightly before inverting onto a serving plate. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm with marinara sauce for dipping.
Notes
- Vegetarian Option: Skip the pepperoni and add mushrooms, bell peppers, or olives instead.
- Spicy Version: Add red pepper flakes or jalapeños for a spicy kick.
- Cheesy Overload: Use multiple cheese varieties like cheddar, provolone, or gouda.
- Meat Lovers: Incorporate crumbled sausage or cooked bacon for extra protein.
- Garlic Bread Style: Enhance the garlic butter coating for a more intense garlic bread flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snack, Party Food
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Keywords: pizza monkey bread, pull-apart pizza, easy party appetizer, cheesy bread, stuffed pizza bites