The beauty of Pizza Monkey Bread lies in its playful design, inviting everyone to pull apart each cheesy, pepperoni-studded bite. The dough is soft and tender, encased in a golden crust, while every mouthful bursts with the flavors of pizza thanks to the blend of melted mozzarella, tangy Parmesan, and savory pepperoni. Dipping each piece in marinara sauce elevates the experience, making this dish not only a delicious appetizer but also a fun, hands-on meal that’s perfect for sharing with friends and family.
Ingredients:
- 2 cans (16.3 oz each) refrigerated biscuit dough
- 2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup pepperoni slices (or other pizza toppings like sausage, olives, or mushrooms)
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 cup pizza or marinara sauce (for dipping)
- Nonstick cooking spray
Instructions:
Step 1: Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a bundt pan generously with nonstick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
Step 2: Prepare the Biscuit Dough
Open the cans of biscuit dough and cut each biscuit into quarters. This will create small, bite-sized dough pieces that will be easy to pull apart later.
Step 3: Season the Dough
In a large mixing bowl, toss the biscuit dough pieces with melted butter, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning until each piece is evenly coated.
Step 4: Layer the Ingredients
Start by adding a layer of dough pieces into the bottom of the bundt pan. Then sprinkle a portion of the shredded mozzarella, grated Parmesan, and pepperoni slices over the dough. Repeat this process, layering dough pieces with cheese and pepperoni until all ingredients are used, finishing with a top layer of cheese and pepperoni.
Step 5: Bake the Monkey Bread
Place the bundt pan in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly. Check for doneness by inserting a skewer or toothpick into the bread; it should come out clean when done.
Step 6: Cool and Serve
Once baked, remove the monkey bread from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes in the pan. After that, invert the pan onto a serving plate, allowing the pizza monkey bread to slide out. Serve warm with a side of pizza or marinara sauce for dipping.
Tips:
- Feel free to get creative with your pizza toppings! Add mushrooms, cooked sausage, bell peppers, or onions for variety.
- For an extra kick, sprinkle red pepper flakes between the layers or add a drizzle of garlic butter before serving.
