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Pull Apart Pizza Bread

Irresistible Pull Apart Pizza Bread for Fun Gatherings

Transform your gatherings with this interactive Pull Apart Pizza Bread, filled with gooey cheese and customizable toppings.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 8 pieces
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 package Pizza Dough Use store-bought or homemade for best results.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Substitute with vegetable oil if preferred.
For the Garlic Herb Mix
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced works best.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano Opt for fresh herbs if available.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Basil Opt for fresh herbs if available.
  • 1 pinch Red Pepper Flakes Optional for spice.
For the Cheesy Goodness
  • 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Pecorino Romano is a good substitute.
  • 1 1/2 cups Shredded Mozzarella Cheese Try other melting cheeses for variation.
For Garnish and Serving
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Basil can be a delightful alternative.
  • 1 cup Pizza Sauce Any marinara sauce works as a delicious alternative.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • 9-inch springform pan
  • Pizza Cutter

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Ultimate Cheesy Pull Apart Pizza Bread
  1. In a small bowl, combine 1/4 cup of olive oil, 3 cloves of minced garlic, 1 teaspoon of dried oregano, 1 teaspoon of dried basil, and a pinch of red pepper flakes if desired. Mix well and let sit for about 10 minutes.
  2. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9-inch springform pan or an oven-safe skillet lightly with olive oil.
  3. On a floured surface, roll out your pizza dough into a 12x18-inch rectangle.
  4. Brush the prepared garlic herb oil generously over the rolled pizza dough, saving some for later use.
  5. Sprinkle 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese and 1 1/2 cups of shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the oiled dough.
  6. Slice the dough into 1-inch wide strips, then stack and cut them into 1-inch pieces.
  7. Place the dough squares in your prepared pan, standing them upright with cut sides facing up.
  8. Continue filling the pan with remaining dough squares, ensuring they fit tightly together.
  9. Brush the tops of the assembled dough squares with the reserved garlic herb oil.
  10. Cover the pan loosely with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until golden brown and bubbling.
  11. Let the Pull Apart Pizza Bread cool for about 10 minutes in the pan before serving.
  12. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm with pizza sauce for dipping.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 12gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 8mg

Notes

This Pull Apart Pizza Bread is perfect for gatherings and allows for customization with various toppings and cheeses.

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