Pizza Monkey Bread – Looking for something cheesy and packed with pizza flavors? Search no further, than this Pizza Monkey Bread! It’s a combination of bread, gooey cheese and all your favorite pizza toppings baked into one irresistible dish. This recipe not only satisfies your taste buds. Also takes you on a flavorful adventure. With mozzarella, Parmesan and a variety of toppings to choose from it’s a treat that’s sure to be a crowd-pleaser!
I can still vividly recall the first time I prepared this Pizza Monkey Bread. It was a chilly evening when I decided to venture into something for dinner. As the aroma of baking bread and melting cheese wafted through the kitchen my husband and children gathered around with curiosity. The first bite was a revelation – cheesy, bursting with flavor and incredibly comforting. It became a hit. Has since become our family’s go-to choice for game nights and get-togethers.
What makes this Pizza Monkey Bread truly special?
What sets our Pizza Monkey Bread apart is its adaptability and ease of preparation making it ideal for any occasion. You have the freedom to customize it with your pizza toppings so that every mouthful caters, to your unique taste preferences. Perfect for a get-together this recipe is sure to be a hit, at parties, family gatherings or as a fun and comforting twist for dinner. The straightforward instructions and familiar ingredients make it an effortless and enjoyable culinary adventure that captures the essence of pizza in a bread creation. This Pizza Monkey Bread goes beyond being a recipe; it takes you on a journey, into the world of homemade comfort food.
What You Need To Make This Pizza Monkey Bread Recipe?
Pizza Dough: We need 2 pounds of this magical canvas. Whether you grab it from your favorite local pizzeria or whip it up in your kitchen, it’s the foundation of our monkey bread masterpiece.
Olive Oil: Ah, the liquid gold! We’ll use 2 tablespoons, divided, to bring a subtle, rich flavor and ensure our bread doesn’t stick to the pan.
Garlic Powder: A total of 1 ½ teaspoons, sprinkled in stages. It’s like fairy dust that adds a garlicky whisper to each bite.
Red Pepper Flakes: Just a quarter teaspoon to add a playful kick. It’s the tiny spark that wakes up the flavors!
Italian Seasoning: 2 teaspoons of this herb blend transport you to an Italian grandmother’s kitchen. It’s the heart and soul of our seasoning.
Cheeses: The dynamic duo – 2 cups of mozzarella for that ooey-gooey joy, and a quarter cup of freshly grated Parmesan for a nutty, salty hug. Together, they’re the dream team of cheesiness.
Toppings: Here’s where you get to be the artist – up to 1 cup of your beloved pizza toppings. Pepperoni, peppers, onions, sausage – whatever dances on your taste buds.
Marinara Sauce: 2 cups of this saucy delight, for dipping and swirling. It’s not just a sauce; it’s an essential part of the monkey bread experience.
Steps To Make Pizza Monkey Bread:
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Step 1: Start by combining 2 tablespoons of olive oil with half a teaspoon of garlic powder. Use this mixture to grease either a Bundt pan or a 9×13 baking dish as the inside of a large bowl. Set aside 1 tablespoon of oil, for later use.
Step 2: On a surface lightly dusted with flour roll out your pizza dough until it forms a rectangle shape. Cut the dough into cubes each 1 inch in size.
Step 3: In the greased bowl gently toss together the dough cubes, cheeses, seasonings a pinch of salt and your preferred toppings. Make sure everything is well mixed.
Step 4: Arrange this mixture in your baking dish. Brush the top with the remaining olive oil.
Step 5: Cover the bread with a towel. Let it rest for 15 to 20 minutes. Meanwhile preheat your oven to 350°F.
Step 6: Bake for around 30 to 35 minutes if using a Bundt pan or 15 to 20 minutes if using a baking dish. Keep an eye, on the top; if it starts browning cover it with foil and continue baking.
Step 7: Once baked allow the bread to cool for 5 minutes. If you used a Bundt pan gently loosen its sides using a knife and carefully invert it onto a platter. Serve alongside marinara sauce and savor every bite!
Tip:
For a delicious experience try preparing your dough mixture with the cheeses, seasonings and toppings the night before you plan to bake it. Simply. Store the mixture in the refrigerator overnight. This allows all the flavors to blend wonderfully infusing the dough, with the tastes of your chosen seasonings and toppings. Just remember to let the mixture come to room temperature before baking while you preheat the oven. This little bit of planning can truly make a difference by enhancing the flavors and creating a delightful outcome. It’s, like having a flavor celebration in your dough. You’re warmly invited!
Frequently Asked Questions:
Can I use homemade pizza dough?
Yes you can definitely use pizza dough, for this recipe.
How can I store leftovers?
To store leftovers simply place them in an airtight container. Keep it in the refrigerator. They should stay fresh for, up to 3 days. When you’re ready to enjoy them you can reheat them either in the oven or microwave.
Can I make this ahead of time?
If you want to prepare this ahead of time no problem! You can make the dough mixture in advance. Refrigerate it overnight. Just remember to let it come to room temperature while preheating the oven before baking.
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Pizza Monkey Bread
Ingredients
- Pizza Dough: 2 lb
- Olive Oil: 2 tbsp divided
- Garlic Powder: 1.5 tsp divided
- Crushed Red Pepper Flakes: 0.25 tsp
- Italian Seasoning: 2 tsp
- Mozzarella Cheese: 2 c
- Parmesan Cheese: 0.25 c freshly grated
- Pizza Toppings e.g., pepperoni, peppers, onions, sausage: up to 1 c
- Marinara Sauce: 2 c for serving
Instructions
- Combine 2 tablespoons of olive oil, with half a teaspoon of powder. Set aside 1 tablespoon for later use.
- Brush some of the olive oil mixture onto a bundt pan or a 9x13 baking dish as a large mixing bowl.
- Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface until you have a rectangle measuring 12x9 inches. Cut it into cubes about an inch in size.
- In the greased bowl toss together the dough cubes, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, 1 teaspoon of garlic powder, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes a pinch of salt and up to 1 cup of your pizza toppings.
- Spread this mixture evenly into the pan. Brush it with the remaining olive oil.
- Cover it up. Let it rest for 15 to 20 minutes. Meanwhile preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Place it in the oven. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes if using a bundt pan or around 15 to 20 minutes if using a baking dish. Keep an eye, on its color and cover with foil if it seems to be browning too quickly.
- Allow it to cool for 5 minutes. If you used a bundt pan carefully invert it onto a platter. Serve this creation alongside some marinara sauce.
Notes
I’m Bitty, owner of nodashofgluten.com, where I share simple, delicious recipes for all tastes, including gluten-free. Check out my “About Me” page for more info!
