Pepperoni and Mozzarella Monkey Bread
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
Yield: 1 loaf
Description:
This Pepperoni and Mozzarella Monkey Bread is the ultimate party bread, perfect for any gathering. It’s incredibly easy to make since there’s no need to wait for the dough to rise after defrosting. Each bite is filled with gooey mozzarella cheese and savory pepperoni, making it a crowd-pleasing favorite.
Ingredients:
- 2 loaves bread dough, thawed
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
- 1/3 lb mozzarella cheese, cut into 120 pieces
- 1 lb pepperoni, cut into 120 pieces
Instructions:
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Preparation:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a bundt pan generously with butter.
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Assembly:
- On a clean surface, cut each loaf of bread dough into 60 pieces.
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Filling:
- Take each piece of bread dough and flatten it with your fingers.
- Place one piece of mozzarella cheese and one piece of pepperoni in the center of each dough piece.
- Seal the dough tightly around the cheese and pepperoni, forming small balls.
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Coating:
- Dip each ball of dough into the melted butter, ensuring it is evenly coated.
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Baking:
- Arrange the coated dough balls in the prepared bundt pan, stacking them as you go.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 35 to 45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
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Serving:
- Allow the monkey bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before carefully inverting it onto a serving plate.
- Serve warm and enjoy the cheesy, savory goodness!
This Pepperoni and Mozzarella Monkey Bread recipe is sure to be a hit at your next gathering. It’s simple to prepare and delivers delicious, pull-apart bread with every bite. Perfect for those who love savory treats that are easy to share and enjoy together.
