Pizza Monkey Bread

Pizza Monkey Bread Recipe by Lindsay D. Mattison in Taste of Home

Ingredients

• 1/3 cup olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 2 cans (16.3 ounces each) of large refrigerated flaky biscuits (8 count)
• 2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 20 slices pepperoni, halved
• 1/2 cup marinara sauce plus additional marinara sauce, warmed
•  Torn fresh basil leaves, optional

Directions

1. Preheat the Oven
   • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Prepare the Oil Mixture
   • Combine the first four ingredients (oil, seasoning, etc., as specified in the full recipe) in a large microwave-safe bowl.
   • Cover the bowl and microwave on high for 30 seconds. Let the mixture cool slightly.
3. Cut and Coat the Biscuits
   • Cut each biscuit into four pieces. Add the biscuit pieces to the oil mixture, tossing to coat evenly.
4. Add Cheeses and Pepperoni
   • Mix in the cheeses and pepperoni, ensuring all pieces are well combined.
5. Assemble in the Pan
   • Spray a heavy 10-inch fluted tube pan with cooking spray.
   • Layer half of the biscuit mixture in the pan and drizzle with 1/4 cup marinara sauce.
   • Repeat the layers with the remaining biscuit mixture and marinara sauce.
6. Bake the Bread
   • Bake in the preheated oven for 40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown.
7. Cool and Remove from Pan
   • Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Run a knife around the edges of the pan and the center tube to loosen.
   • Carefully invert the bread onto a serving plate.
8. Serve and Garnish
   • Serve with additional marinara sauce on the side. If desired, top with torn fresh basil, extra grated Parmesan cheese, and a sprinkle of red pepper flakes.