Description
Classic Pepperoni Pizza Monkey Bread combines cheesy, savory layers of pull-apart dough with zesty marinara and pepperoni. Crispy edges and gooey center make this shareable appetizer perfect for game day gatherings and casual parties.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 oz (170 g) pepperoni, sliced
- 2 cups (226 g) mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 32 oz (907 g) refrigerated canned biscuits, cut into quarters
- ½ cup (50 g) parmesan cheese, grated
- ⅓ cup (75 ml) butter, melted
- 1 tbsp Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ¼ tsp garlic salt
- Red pepper flakes (optional)
- Fresh parsley
- Marinara sauce, for dipping
Instructions
- Preparation: Warm the oven to 350°F and generously spray a 10-inch bundt pan with nonstick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Ingredient Processing: Slice refrigerated canned biscuits into bite-sized quarters and cut pepperoni into delicate half-moon shapes, creating uniform pieces for even distribution.
- Mixing: In a large bowl, combine quartered biscuits, pepperoni, mozzarella, parmesan, Italian seasoning, melted butter, garlic powder, and garlic salt, gently folding until each morsel is thoroughly coated with flavor-rich ingredients.
- Pan Arrangement: Delicately transfer the seasoned mixture into the prepared bundt pan, ensuring an even, loose arrangement that allows for optimal texture and thorough cooking.
- Baking: Position the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 35-40 minutes, draping aluminum foil over the top during the final 10 minutes to prevent excessive browning while maintaining perfect golden edges.
- Cooling and Serving: After removing from the oven, let the pizza monkey bread rest for 3-5 minutes, then carefully invert onto a serving plate, garnish with fresh parsley, and present alongside warm marinara sauce for an irresistible pull-apart appetizer.
Notes
- Prepare Precisely: Use room temperature ingredients for even mixing and better texture.
- Slice Strategically: Cut biscuits and pepperoni into consistent sizes to ensure uniform cooking and balanced flavor in every bite.
- Prevent Sticking: Generously spray bundt pan to guarantee easy removal and maintain the bread’s beautiful shape after baking.
- Cooling Crucial: Let monkey bread rest 3-5 minutes after baking to set structure and make serving easier without falling apart.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Appetizer, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 9
- Calories: 329
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 772 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 26 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 36 mg