Description
Mouthwatering pull-apart pizza bread with beef pepperoni delivers irresistible Italian-American comfort in one spectacular pull-apart loaf. Sharp cheddar, zesty marinara, and spicy pepperoni create an epic flavor explosion you won’t be able to resist.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 can (16 ounces / 454 grams) refrigerated pizza dough
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup mini beef pepperoni slices (or regular beef pepperoni, quartered)
Cheese and Seasoning Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Cooking and Dipping Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 cup marinara sauce (for dipping)
Instructions
- Prepare the oven environment by warming it to 375°F (190°C) and coating a Bundt pan with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Spread the pizza dough on a clean surface and slice it into small, uniform chunks approximately 1-2 inches wide, ensuring consistent bite-sized pieces.
- Create a flavor mixture by combining dough pieces with olive oil, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, beef pepperoni slices, and half the mozzarella cheese, thoroughly mixing to distribute ingredients evenly.
- Construct the bread layers in the greased pan, strategically scattering remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheese between dough segments to maximize cheesy distribution.
- Position the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, monitoring until the exterior turns golden brown and cheese melts completely with a bubbly texture.
- Allow the bread to rest for 5 minutes after removing from the oven, which helps stabilize the structure and prevents potential burns.
- Carefully transfer the pull-apart pizza bread to a serving plate, accompanied by marinara sauce for dipping, and encourage guests to tear apart and savor the cheesy, pepperoni-infused creation.
Notes
- Swap pepperoni with turkey or chicken pepperoni for a leaner protein option that reduces overall fat content while maintaining delicious flavor.
- Add chopped fresh herbs like basil or parsley before serving to boost freshness and introduce vibrant color to the dish.
- Test bread’s doneness by inserting a toothpick into center – if it comes out clean with no raw dough, the pull-apart bread is perfectly cooked.
- Prevent soggy bottom by using parchment paper or ensuring Bundt pan is thoroughly greased before adding ingredients.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 720 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 25 mg