Cheesy Pizza Pull-Apart Bread
Cheesy Pizza Pull-Apart Bread is a delightful and fun twist on traditional pizza that perfectly combines the comfort of freshly baked bread with your favorite pizza toppings. This easy-to-make dish uses refrigerated biscuit dough for a quick preparation, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. Packed with melted mozzarella, savory pepperoni, and your choice of vegetables, this mouthwatering treat is perfect for sharing. Plus, it’s a fantastic way to utilize any leftover ingredients you may have in your fridge. Serve it fresh out of the oven, and watch it disappear in no time!
10
Servings
N/A
Calories
10
Ingredients
Ingredients
Refrigerated biscuit dough
3 (8-count cans, cut into quarters)
Spaghetti sauce
1 (24-ounce jar)
Pepperoni
8 (ounces, sliced)
Shredded mozzarella cheese
8 (ounces)
Italian seasoning
1 (teaspoon)
Green bell pepper
to taste (chopped)
Onion
to taste (chopped)
Ripe olives
to taste (sliced)
Cooked sausage
to taste (crumbled)
Cooked hamburger meat
to taste (crumbled)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2
Open the refrigerated biscuit cans and cut each biscuit into quarters. Place the quarters in a large mixing bowl.
3
Pour in the spaghetti sauce and sprinkle the Italian seasoning over the biscuit pieces. Stir until well combined.
4
Add 3/4 of the pepperoni slices into the bowl with the biscuit and sauce mixture, reserving the remaining 1/4 for topping. Toss to mix thoroughly.
5
Sprinkle in half of the shredded mozzarella cheese and any additional toppings such as green bell pepper, onion, olives, cooked sausage, or hamburger meat. Mix until evenly distributed.
6
Grease a 9x13 inch baking pan and pour the mixture into it, spreading it evenly.
7
Top the bread mixture with the reserved pepperoni and the remaining mozzarella cheese.
8
Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 25 to 30 minutes, or until the biscuits are cooked through and slightly firm to the touch.
9
Remove from the oven and allow to cool for a few minutes before serving. Pull apart the pieces and enjoy warm!
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cheesy Pizza Pull-Apart Bread?
Cheesy Pizza Pull-Apart Bread is a fun twist on traditional pizza that combines refrigerated biscuit dough with classic pizza toppings for a shareable, comfort-food treat.
What kind of dough is used for this recipe?
The recipe uses three 8-count cans of refrigerated biscuit dough.
What is the recommended oven temperature?
The oven should be preheated to 350°F (175°C).
How should I prepare the biscuit dough?
Each refrigerated biscuit should be cut into quarters and placed in a large mixing bowl.
What type of sauce is required?
A 24-ounce jar of spaghetti sauce is used to coat the biscuit pieces.
What kind of cheese is best for this bread?
Shredded mozzarella cheese is the recommended choice for this recipe.
How much cheese is needed in total?
You will need 8 ounces of shredded mozzarella cheese.
How much pepperoni is used?
The recipe calls for 8 ounces of sliced pepperoni.
How do I divide the pepperoni during preparation?
Add 3/4 of the pepperoni into the biscuit mixture and reserve the remaining 1/4 to use as a topping.
What seasoning should be added?
Add one teaspoon of Italian seasoning to the mixture.
What optional vegetables can be included?
You can add chopped green bell pepper, onion, and sliced ripe olives to taste.
Can I add meat other than pepperoni?
Yes, you can include crumbled cooked sausage or cooked hamburger meat.
What size pan should I use for baking?
A 9x13 inch baking pan is required for this recipe.
Do I need to grease the baking pan?
Yes, the baking pan should be greased before pouring the mixture into it.
How long does the dish take to bake?
The bake time is approximately 25 to 30 minutes.
How can I tell when the pull-apart bread is finished?
It is done when the biscuits are cooked through and slightly firm to the touch.
Should the bread be served immediately?
Allow the bread to cool for a few minutes before pulling it apart and serving warm.
How many servings does this recipe provide?
This recipe makes 10 servings.
Is this recipe good for utilizing leftovers?
Yes, it is a fantastic way to use up leftover pizza toppings or meats you have in your fridge.
What is the first step of the instructions?
The first step is to preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
How do I mix the ingredients?
Stir the biscuit quarters with spaghetti sauce and Italian seasoning until well combined before adding other toppings.
How do I distribute the cheese?
Mix half of the mozzarella into the bowl with the biscuits and save the other half for the top.
Is this considered a quick meal?
Yes, it is tagged as a quick meal and easy recipe due to the use of pre-made biscuit dough.
What categories does this dish fit into?
This dish is categorized as a snack, appetizer, and an Italian-inspired meal.
Can this be served at a party?
Absolutely, it is ideal for casual gatherings and sharing.
What is the texture of the bread?
The dish is cheesy and soft, featuring bite-sized pieces of baked biscuit dough.
Do I mix the toppings into the bowl or just put them on top?
Most toppings are mixed into the bowl with the biscuits and sauce, with extra cheese and pepperoni reserved for the top.
Is the spaghetti sauce applied before or after baking?
The spaghetti sauce is mixed with the raw biscuit quarters before the dish is placed in the oven.
How do you serve the dish?
The dish is served by pulling apart the individual biscuit pieces from the baked loaf.
Is this a kid-friendly recipe?
Yes, its fun pull-apart format and classic pizza flavors make it very popular with children.