Easy Pull-Apart Pizza Bread
Easy Pull-Apart Pizza Bread is a delightful crowd-pleaser that combines the comforting flavors of pizza into an irresistible, shareable loaf. Perfect for game nights or family gatherings, this recipe features gooey mozzarella, savory pepperoni, and fragrant garlic butter, all nestled in soft, pillowy bread. Whether you’re entertaining guests or enjoying a cozy night in, this dish will have everyone reaching for more with each cheesy pull.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella cheese, cut into small cubes
- 1 cup pepperoni slices
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup marinara sauce (for dipping)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Allow the pizza dough to sit at room temperature for about 15 minutes.
- Roll out the dough on a floured surface and cut into bite-sized squares.
- Place a cube of mozzarella and a slice of pepperoni in each piece of dough and seal tightly.
- Grease a baking dish and arrange the filled dough pieces snugly together.
- Mix melted butter with minced garlic; brush over the assembled bread.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and bubbly. Serve warm with marinara sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 pieces (100g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Customize with different cheeses such as cheddar or add vegetables for extra flavor. For meal prep, prepare the dough a day ahead and store it in the fridge.