Description
This Pizza Monkey Bread is a fun and delicious pull-apart bread packed with pepperoni, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheeses. Made with refrigerated biscuit dough tossed in garlic, Italian seasoning, and olive oil, then baked to golden perfection in a Bundt pan. Perfect for sharing and dipping in marinara sauce, it’s a crowd-pleasing appetizer or snack that’s easy to prepare and bursting with classic pizza flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
Monkey Bread Mixture
- 2 (16.3 ounce) cans refrigerated biscuits, quartered
- 6 ounces pepperoni, quartered
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, shredded or grated
- 1/4 cup butter, melted and slightly cooled
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasonings
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic (or 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder)
Dipping Sauce
- Marinara sauce, for dipping
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it reaches the proper baking temperature while you prepare the dough mixture.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the quartered biscuits, quartered pepperoni, shredded mozzarella, Parmesan cheese, melted butter, olive oil, Italian seasonings, and minced garlic. Toss everything thoroughly until well combined and evenly coated.
- Prepare Baking Dish: Grease a 10-inch Bundt pan or a 9×13-inch baking dish generously to prevent sticking. If using a Bundt pan, a high-quality non-stick pan is recommended to ease removal.
- Fill and Bake: Pour the biscuit and pepperoni mixture into the prepared pan, spreading it out evenly. Bake in the preheated oven for 35-45 minutes. After 20 minutes, cover the top loosely with foil to prevent over-browning. Check every 5 minutes towards the end to ensure the rolls are cooked through and the top is nicely browned.
- Remove and Cool Slightly: Once done, remove the pan from the oven. Use a knife to loosen the edges of the bread from the pan carefully to prevent sticking.
- Invert and Serve: Place a serving plate over the Bundt pan and carefully invert it so the monkey bread comes out with the prettiest side showing. Pull apart individual pieces and serve warm with marinara sauce for dipping.
Notes
- Using a good quality Bundt pan helps prevent sticking; otherwise, the bread may be difficult to remove.
- You can substitute garlic powder for minced garlic if preferred.
- Check doneness by ensuring the biscuits are cooked through and the center is no longer doughy.
- Serve immediately for best taste and texture.
