Description
Pizza Monkey Bread is the ultimate crowd-pleasing snack! It’s a pull-apart bread loaded with cheesy, saucy, and savory pizza flavors. Perfect for parties, game nights, or a family dinner, this recipe is as fun to make as it is to eat.
Ingredients
Basic Ingredients
2 cans (16.3 oz each) refrigerated biscuit dough (or pizza dough)
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
1 cup marinara or pizza sauce
1 cup mini pepperoni slices (or regular pepperoni, chopped)
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Optional Add-ins
½ cup diced bell peppers
½ cup sliced black olives
½ cup cooked sausage crumbles
1 tsp Italian seasoning
½ tsp red chili flakes (optional, for spice)
For Topping
2 tbsp melted butter
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a bundt pan thoroughly with non-stick spray or melted butter.
Prepare the Dough:
Separate the biscuit dough and cut each biscuit into quarters (or small pieces).
If using pizza dough, roll it out and cut into bite-sized squares.
Combine Ingredients:
In a large bowl, toss the dough pieces with mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, mini pepperoni, and any desired add-ins (bell peppers, olives, etc.).
Pour in about ¾ cup of marinara sauce and mix gently to coat all pieces evenly.
Assemble in Pan:
Layer the coated dough pieces in the prepared bundt pan, pressing lightly to compact them.
Drizzle with melted butter mixed with garlic powder for added flavor.
Bake:
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the top is golden brown and the bread is cooked through. If the top starts to brown too quickly, cover loosely with foil.
Cool and Serve:
Let the Pizza Monkey Bread cool for 5-10 minutes in the pan before flipping it onto a serving plate.
Garnish with chopped parsley and serve with the remaining marinara sauce for dipping.
Notes
Avoid Soggy Dough: Pat dry any vegetables or meats to remove excess moisture.
Even Cooking: Make sure the dough pieces are spread evenly in the pan to ensure they cook uniformly.
Cheesy Goodness: For an extra cheesy pull, add small cubes of mozzarella between the layers.
Customize: Add your favorite pizza toppings or spices to make it your own.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes