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Irresistible Pepperoni Pizza Monkey Bread Recipe You Need to Try

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Learn how to make delicious Pepperoni Pizza Monkey Bread. Easy recipe with step-by-step instructions.

Ingredients

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  • 1 can (16 oz) refrigerated biscuit dough (you can use homemade dough if you prefer)
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 cup sliced pepperoni
  • 3/4 cup marinara or pizza sauce, plus extra for dipping
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (or a mix of dried oregano and basil)
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Optional: 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes for a little heat
  • Fresh basil or parsley for garnish (optional)

Substitution tips: If you don’t have refrigerated biscuit dough, you can use pizza dough or even a simple yeast dough you’ve made yourself. For cheese, feel free to add provolone or a sharper cheddar for a different twist. And if pepperoni isn’t your thing, try cooked sausage or chopped veggies instead — the beauty here is the flexibility.

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a bundt pan or a deep round baking dish. I’ve found that a bundt pan works best for the classic monkey bread shape, but any oven-safe dish will do.
  2. Open the can of biscuit dough and separate the biscuits. Cut each biscuit into quarters — these bite-sized pieces will make the perfect pull-apart chunks.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the melted butter, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning. Stir well to create a flavorful coating.
  4. Drop the biscuit pieces into the butter mixture, tossing gently to coat each piece evenly. When I was little, Mama Lu always said to “love your food before it even hits the pan,” and this step is where that love starts.
  5. Sprinkle a little Parmesan cheese into the bottom of the prepared pan. Then begin layering: add a few buttered biscuit pieces, a sprinkle of mozzarella, some pepperoni slices, and a spoonful of marinara sauce. Repeat the layers until all ingredients are used, finishing with a layer of cheese on top.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the dough is cooked through and the top is bubbling and golden brown. You’ll know it’s ready when the edges pull away slightly from the pan and the cheese is melted and gooey.
  7. Let the monkey bread cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before carefully turning it out onto a serving plate. This little rest helps the flavors settle and makes it easier to pull apart without losing any cheesy goodness.
  8. Serve warm, garnished with fresh basil or parsley if you like, alongside some extra marinara for dipping. This is where the magic happens — everyone gathers ’round, grabbing pieces, dipping, and sharing stories, just like we did on the porch back home.

Find it online: https://claracooking.com/pepperoni-pizza-monkey-bread/