Description

This Pizza Monkey Bread is a fun and delicious pull-apart bread perfect for sharing. Made with bite-sized pieces of biscuit or pizza dough mixed with mini pepperoni and a blend of cheeses, seasoned with oregano, garlic powder, and optional red pepper flakes, then baked until golden and melty. Served with marinara sauce for dipping, it’s a crowd-pleasing appetizer or snack that combines the flavors of pizza with the fun of monkey bread.

Ingredients

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Pizza Monkey Bread

2 cans (16 oz each) refrigerated biscuit dough (or pizza dough)
1 cup mini pepperoni (or any toppings of choice like sausage, olives, or mushrooms)
1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
1/4 cup melted butter
1 tablespoon olive oil

For Serving

1 cup marinara sauce (for dipping)
1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped (optional)

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Instructions

Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a bundt pan or a 9×9-inch baking dish with non-stick spray or butter to prevent sticking.
Prepare the dough: Open the biscuit dough cans and cut each biscuit into quarters. If you’re using pizza dough, cut it into bite-sized pieces suitable for easy layering and baking.
Mix the ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the dough pieces, mini pepperoni, shredded mozzarella, Parmesan cheese, dried oregano, garlic powder, and red pepper flakes if using. Toss gently but thoroughly until all dough pieces are evenly coated with the cheese and seasonings.
Layer the dough: Arrange the dough mixture evenly into the prepared bundt pan, distributing all ingredients in layers to ensure consistent flavor and cooking.
Add butter and oil: Pour the melted butter and olive oil evenly over the dough in the pan. This adds moisture and richness, ensuring a tender and flavorful bread.
Bake the monkey bread: Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the bread is golden brown and the cheese has fully melted. Check doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center; it should come out clean.
Cool and serve: Allow the monkey bread to cool for about 5 minutes before carefully flipping it out of the bundt pan. Serve warm with marinara sauce for dipping and garnish with fresh chopped basil if desired.

Notes

You can substitute or add other pizza toppings like cooked sausage, sliced olives, or mushrooms to customize your monkey bread.
Using a bundt pan helps create the classic monkey bread form, but a 9×9-inch baking dish can be used as an alternative.
Adjust the red pepper flakes quantity or omit them based on your heat preference.
Letting the bread cool slightly before removing helps it hold its shape better when flipped out of the pan.
This can be served as an appetizer, party snack, or a fun meal accompaniment.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Appetizer
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Italian-American