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Delicious Pull-Apart Pizza Bread Recipe

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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian-American

Description

This Delicious Pull-Apart Pizza Bread is a perfect appetizer or snack featuring a crusty loaf stuffed with mozzarella, Parmesan, pepperoni, and seasoned melted butter, then baked until golden and bubbly. Served warm with marinara sauce, it’s easy to prepare and irresistible for pizza lovers.

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 1 large loaf of crusty bread (sourdough or Italian)
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • ½ cup shredded Parmesan cheese
  • ½ cup pepperoni slices, diced
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
  • ½ cup marinara sauce (for dipping)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Bread: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it’s ready for baking. This step sets the stage for perfectly melted cheese and a crispy crust.
  2. Slice the Bread: Carefully slice the bread diagonally in a crisscross pattern, making sure not to cut all the way through. This creates pockets for the fillings to nestle into.
  3. Mix Butter Seasoning: In a bowl, combine the melted butter, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning. This flavorful mixture will infuse the bread with a rich, herby taste.
  4. Apply Butter Mixture: Gently pry apart the bread sections and drizzle the seasoned butter evenly into the cuts, ensuring every crevice gets a coating of flavor.
  5. Stuff the Bread: Stuff the mozzarella, Parmesan, and diced pepperoni into all the crevices, filling the bread generously with cheesy, meaty goodness.
  6. Bake Covered: Wrap the bread loosely in aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes. The foil traps moisture, allowing the cheese to melt perfectly.
  7. Bake Uncovered: Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 10 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and the top starts to turn golden brown.
  8. Serve Warm: Remove from the oven and serve immediately with warm marinara sauce for dipping, enhancing each pull-apart bite with a tangy tomato flavor.

Notes

  • Use a serrated bread knife for easier slicing without crushing the loaf.
  • You can substitute pepperoni with cooked sausage or diced vegetables for a vegetarian option.
  • To make it extra spicy, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the butter mixture.
  • Serve immediately for the best texture; leftovers can be reheated wrapped in foil at 350°F (175°C) for 10 minutes.
  • This bread is perfect for parties, game days, or casual family gatherings.

Find it online: https://slsrecipes.com/delicious-pull-apart-pizza-bread-recipe/