Description
This pull-apart pizza bread is a perfect combination of gooey mozzarella, savory pepperoni, and flavorful herbs, all wrapped up in soft pizza dough. It’s baked to golden perfection and topped with Parmesan and fresh parsley, making it an irresistible appetizer or side dish for pizza lovers.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound pizza dough
- 1/4 cup marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup pepperoni slices
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- Grated Parmesan cheese, for sprinkling
- Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
- Roll out the pizza dough on a lightly floured surface and cut into small squares.
- In a bowl, mix together the marinara sauce, mozzarella cheese, and pepperoni slices.
- Fill each dough square with a spoonful of the cheese mixture and stack them in the loaf pan.
- In a small bowl, combine the melted butter, garlic powder, oregano, and basil. Pour over the dough in the pan.
- Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
- For a vegetarian version, omit the pepperoni and add vegetables like bell peppers or mushrooms.
- You can substitute the marinara sauce with pesto for a different flavor profile.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days and reheated in the oven for best results.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes