Description

This delicious Pull-Apart Pizza Bread recipe transforms a crusty loaf of bread into a cheesy, savory treat perfect for sharing. Stuffed with mozzarella, Parmesan, and pepperoni, and infused with garlic and Italian seasoning butter, it’s baked until bubbly and golden. Ideal as a party appetizer or a fun family snack, served warm with marinara sauce for dipping.

Ingredients

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Bread and Cheese

1 large loaf of crusty bread (sourdough or Italian)
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
½ cup shredded Parmesan cheese

Fillings and Seasonings

½ cup pepperoni slices, diced
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp Italian seasoning
4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted

For Serving

½ cup marinara sauce (for dipping)

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Instructions

Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the pull-apart pizza bread.
Slice the Bread: Carefully slice the bread diagonally in a crisscross pattern without cutting all the way through, creating pockets for the fillings.
Prepare Butter Mixture: In a bowl, mix the melted unsalted butter with garlic powder and Italian seasoning until well combined.
Apply Butter Mixture: Gently pry apart the bread sections and evenly drizzle the prepared butter mixture into the crevices and cuts.
Stuff the Bread: Stuff the shredded mozzarella, Parmesan cheese, and diced pepperoni into the gaps between the sliced bread pieces, distributing evenly.
Bake Wrapped: Wrap the stuffed bread loaf in foil and bake for 15 minutes to allow the cheese to start melting and flavors to meld.
Bake Uncovered: Unwrap the foil and continue baking for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and the bread is crisp on top.
Serve: Remove from the oven and serve warm, accompanied by marinara sauce for dipping.

Notes

Be careful while slicing to avoid cutting all the way through the bread so it holds together while filling.
Use freshly shredded cheese for better melting results compared to pre-shredded varieties.
Feel free to substitute or add other pizza toppings like olives, bell peppers, or cooked sausage.
For a spicier twist, add red pepper flakes to the butter mixture.
Serve immediately for the best texture and flavor, as the bread may become soggy if left too long.