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Garlic Butter Pizza Pull Apart Bread
Description: Satisfy your cravings with this irresistible Garlic Butter Pizza Pull Apart Bread. It’s a delightful twist on traditional pizza, combining the comforting goodness of pull-apart bread with the flavors of garlic, butter, and gooey cheese. This appetizer or snack is perfect for sharing at gatherings or enjoying a cozy night in.
Ingredients:
For the Dough:
- 1 pound pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
For the Filling:
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup sliced pepperoni
- 1/4 cup sliced black olives
- 1/4 cup diced bell peppers
- 1/4 cup sliced cherry tomatoes
For the Garlic Butter Topping:
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
- Roll out the pizza dough on a lightly floured surface to about 1/2 inch thickness.
- In a small bowl, mix melted butter, minced garlic, oregano, basil, onion powder, and red pepper flakes to make the garlic butter sauce.
- Brush the rolled-out dough with the garlic butter sauce, ensuring it covers the entire surface.
- Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan cheese evenly over the dough, followed by pepperoni, black olives, bell peppers, and cherry tomatoes.
- Carefully cut the dough into small squares or rectangles, ensuring the toppings are evenly distributed.
- Gently stack or layer the dough squares in the prepared baking dish.
- In another bowl, combine melted butter, minced garlic, chopped parsley, salt, and pepper. Pour this garlic butter mixture over the stacked dough.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy pulling apart the delicious layers!
Nutrition Facts: (Per Serving – Serves 8)
- Calories: 280
- Total Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
- Sodium: 560mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 25g
- Dietary Fiber: 1g
- Sugars: 2g
- Protein: 9g
Note: Nutrition facts may vary based on the specific ingredients used.