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Pull Apart Pizza Bread

Delicious Pull Apart Pizza Bread for Fun Family Nights

This Pull Apart Pizza Bread transforms dinner into an interactive feast with gooey mozzarella and customizable toppings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 package Pizza Dough Use store-bought for convenience, or make your own.
For the Garlic Herb Oil
  • 1/2 cup Olive Oil Reserve some for brushing on top.
  • 4 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 1 tsp Dried Oregano Swap for fresh if available.
  • 1/2 tsp Dried Basil Fresh basil works well too.
  • 1/4 tsp Red Pepper Flakes Optional; adjust to taste.
For the Cheesy Filling
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Grated.
  • 2 cups Mozzarella Cheese Shredded; consider blending with provolone.
For the Garnish
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Chopped.
For Dipping
  • 1 cup Pizza Sauce Optional but enhances experience.

Equipment

  • 9-inch springform pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Sharp knife or pizza cutter

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare Garlic Herb Oil: Combine olive oil, minced garlic, oregano, basil, and optional red pepper flakes. Let sit for 15 minutes.
  2. Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9-inch springform pan with olive oil.
  3. Roll Dough: Roll out pizza dough into a 12x18 inch rectangle.
  4. Brush with Oil: Brush the rolled-out dough with garlic herb oil, reserving some for later.
  5. Sprinkle Cheese: Evenly sprinkle Parmesan and mozzarella cheese across the dough surface.
  6. Cut Strips: Slice the dough into 1-inch strips.
  7. Cut Squares: Cut the stacked strips into 1-inch squares.
  8. Arrange in Pan: Place the dough squares into the springform pan, cut sides up.
  9. Brush Top: Brush the top with remaining garlic herb oil.
  10. Bake: Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake for another 15-20 minutes until golden.
  11. Cool & Serve: Cool for 10 minutes, sprinkle with parsley, serve with pizza sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 12gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 480mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

This Pull Apart Pizza Bread is customizable with various toppings. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.

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