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Garlic Butter Pizza Pull Apart Bread Recipe

Garlic Butter Pizza Pull Apart Bread Recipe


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  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 8 1x

Description

Garlic butter pizza pull apart bread brings irresistible Italian-inspired comfort straight to your table. Cheesy, herby layers invite eager hands to tear and share this crowd-pleasing appetizer that promises pure deliciousness in every savory bite.


Ingredients

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Main Ingredients:

  • 1 loaf pane di casa, Vienna or sourdough bread, unsliced
  • 3/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 3 1/2 ounces (100 grams) mini pepperoni slices

Sauce and Seasonings:

  • 1/3 cup pizza sauce
  • 1 tablespoon dried Italian herbs or Italian seasoning
  • 4 cloves garlic, crushed (or 1 tablespoon minced garlic)

Vegetable and Herbs:

  • 1/4 red onion, finely chopped
  • 1 large ripe tomato, finely chopped
  • Fresh basil leaves, finely shredded
  • 2/3 cup butter, melted

Instructions

  1. Position the oven rack in the center and preheat to 350F (176C), ensuring even heat distribution.
  2. Create garlic butter by thoroughly blending melted butter with finely crushed garlic until smoothly integrated.
  3. Transform the bread into a diamond-patterned masterpiece using a sharp knife, carefully slicing diagonal rows across the top surface, stopping just short of the base to maintain structural integrity.
  4. Transfer the prepared bread onto a foil or parchment-lined baking sheet for easy cleanup and even cooking.
  5. Generously distribute half the garlic butter between the bread’s intricate cuts, then strategically layer pizza sauce, diced onions, chopped tomatoes, pepperoni slices, fresh basil leaves, and shredded cheese throughout the crevices.
  6. Drizzle the remaining garlic butter over the entire surface and dust with a blend of Italian herbs for enhanced flavor complexity.
  7. Shield the bread with aluminum foil and bake for 15-20 minutes, allowing the cheese to begin melting and ingredients to warm through.
  8. Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 10 minutes, creating a crispy exterior and fully melted, golden cheese topping.

Notes

  • Choose a sturdy sourdough or Italian bread that holds its shape well when sliced and stuffed with fillings.
  • Slice bread carefully without cutting through the bottom to maintain the pull-apart structure and ensure even butter and sauce distribution.
  • Customize fillings based on dietary preferences by swapping pepperoni with vegetarian alternatives like roasted vegetables or plant-based proteins.
  • Use room temperature ingredients for smoother mixing and better flavor absorption, especially when preparing garlic butter and blending toppings.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer, Snacks
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 8
  • Calories: 300
  • Sugar: 2 g
  • Sodium: 600 mg
  • Fat: 20 g
  • Saturated Fat: 10 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 28 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Protein: 7 g
  • Cholesterol: 40 mg