Pizza Monkey Bread
This Pizza Monkey Bread is the ultimate crowd-pleaser!
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
Ingredients
For the Dough Base:
- 2 cans 16.3 oz each refrigerated biscuit dough
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter melted
- 2 tbsp olive oil
For the Pizza Flavor Profile:
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup shredded parmesan cheese
- 5 oz pepperoni chopped
- 1 cup pizza sauce divided
For the Herb Seasoning Mix:
- 2 tbsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tbsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1 tsp salt
Optional Additions:
- ½ cup chopped bell peppers
- ¼ cup finely chopped black olives
- ¼ cup finely chopped fresh basil
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare Your Ingredients and Pan
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a bundt pan with cooking spray.
- Mix Italian seasoning, garlic powder, red pepper flakes, and salt.
- Chop pepperoni into ¼-inch pieces.
Step 2: Create Your Dough Balls
- Cut each biscuit into quarters.
- Toss dough pieces in melted butter & olive oil.
- Coat dough pieces with half of the seasoning mix.
Step 3: Assembly Process
- Layer half the dough pieces in the pan.
- Add half of cheese, pepperoni, and toppings.
- Drizzle ½ cup of pizza sauce.
- Repeat layers with remaining ingredients.
Step 4: Baking
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, until golden and 190°F inside.
- Let rest 5-10 minutes, then invert onto a serving plate.
- Serve with remaining ½ cup pizza sauce for dipping.
Notes
- Bundt pan vs. Baking dish: Bundt pan creates a classic shape, but a 9x13 dish works too (adjust bake time).
- Make-ahead tip: Assemble in advance, store in fridge, and bake before serving.
- Customizing flavors: Add sausage, mushrooms, or different cheeses for variety.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 12gFat: 22g
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