Description
Pepperoni pizza monkey bread delivers irresistible pull-apart comfort with cheesy, zesty layers of Italian-inspired goodness. Crusty edges, melted mozzarella, and spicy pepperoni make this crowd-pleasing appetizer your next party sensation.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 32 ounces (907 grams) refrigerated canned biscuits
- 6 ounces (170 grams) pepperoni
- 2 cups (226 grams) mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup (50 grams) parmesan cheese
Seasonings and Spices:
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon garlic salt
- Red pepper flakes (optional)
Additional Ingredients:
- ⅓ cup (76 grams) butter
- Fresh parsley
- Marinara sauce
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and generously coat a bundt pan with nonstick spray for easy release.
- Divide refrigerated biscuits into compact quarters and halve each pepperoni slice to enhance distribution.
- Create a flavor-packed mixture by combining biscuit pieces, pepperoni, mozzarella, parmesan, melted butter, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and garlic salt in a spacious mixing bowl.
- Thoroughly toss ingredients until every morsel is evenly coated with seasonings and cheese.
- Carefully transfer the seasoned mixture into the prepared bundt pan, ensuring an uniform spread for consistent cooking.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes, strategically covering with aluminum foil during the final 10 minutes to prevent excessive browning.
- After baking, allow the monkey bread to rest for 2-3 minutes before confidently inverting onto a large serving plate.
- Sprinkle freshly chopped parsley across the top for a vibrant finish and serve immediately alongside warm marinara sauce for dipping.
Notes
- Choose cold biscuits straight from the fridge for easier cutting and handling without sticking.
- Layer ingredients strategically to ensure even distribution of pepperoni and cheese throughout the monkey bread.
- Cover with foil midway through baking prevents burning while ensuring the inside remains soft and thoroughly cooked.
- Swap regular biscuits with gluten-free versions for those with wheat sensitivities, maintaining the same delicious flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 398 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 741 mg
- Fat: 29 g
- Saturated Fat: 13 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 21 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 58 mg