Cheesy Pull-Apart Bread

Name: Cheesy Pull Apart Bread
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 60 min
Ingredients: 2 16.3 ounce cans refrigerated biscuit dough; 1/2 cup salted butter; 4-6 minced garlic cloves; 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning; 1 teaspoon seasoning salt or salt and black pepper; 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; 12 ounces fresh mini mozzarella balls (or shredded mozzarella cheese); 1 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese; 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese

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This Cheesy Pull-Apart Bread is the easiest yet most impressive appetizer for any party, tailgate, or gathering. With less than 10 ingredients, you can assemble this delicious garlic bread in minutes!

I couldn’t wait to share this Cheesy Pull-Apart Bread with y’all! I experimented in the kitchen with this recipe for a few weeks and it’s really the most impressive appetizer that’s insanely delicious too! In just 15 minutes, you can have this cheesy monkey bread ready to bake for any gathering.

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Now the only special thing you need to make this recipe is a Bundt Pan. I promise it’s so worth it for the presentation (and they’re easy to order online). By making it in this pan, I can put the dip in the center for a show-stopping look on the table. Serve with my Pizza Crescent Rolls or Cheese and Sausage Dip for the best spread.

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Why You’ll Love this Recipe

8-ingredient recipe. Yes that’s it, and most of the ingredients you probably already have in your kitchen at home.
No-fuss appetizer for the beginner cook. If you are trying to figure out what to make, then this is your recipe. It’s foolproof and will win over any crowd.
Three cheeses for the best flavor. I used a total of 3 cheeses to make this the ultimate cheesy bread! You can even customize them to your preference if you’d like.

Ingredients

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Refrigerated biscuit dough: The base to the pull-apart bread for flaky layers.
Salted butter: Adds all the richness we love in a garlic cheesy bread.
Garlic cloves: Gives that kiss of classic garlic flavor that’s key in this recipe.
Italian seasoning: Adds warm, herbal flavor that compliments the garlic so nicely.
Crushed red pepper flakes: A little pinch adds a kick of heat.
Fresh mini mozzarella balls or shredded mozzarella cheese: The essential ingredient to getting that lovely cheese pull.
Shredded sharp cheddar cheese: The second cheese to add a little more richness and true cheesy flavor.
Grated parmesan cheese: The third and final cheese with nice saltiness for the finishing touch.

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How to Make Cheesy Garlic Pull-Apart Bread

Preheat oven to 350°F. Generously grease a Bundt pan or 9–10 cup tube pan.
Cut biscuits into quarters and add to a large mixing bowl.

In a small microwave safe bowl, melt butter. Once melted, mix with garlic, Italian seasoning, seasoning salt or salt and black pepper, and red pepper flakes.

Pour the butter mixture over the biscuit dough and toss gently until all the pieces are coated.

Spoon 1/3 of the biscuit mixture into the prepared pan. Add half of the mozzarella, cheddar and parmesan cheese. Add 1/3 more of the biscuits, followed by the remaining cheeses. Lastly, add the remaining biscuit pieces. Slightly press down as you go.

Bake uncovered 35–40 minutes, until golden brown and bubbly. If the top browns too quickly, loosely tent with foil for the last 10 minutes.
Let cool in the pan for 5–10 minutes, then invert onto a serving plate. Serve as is or with marinara or pizza sauce for dipping.

Expert Tips

Layer correctly for the best cheese pull. Be sure to alternate layers of biscuit dough and shredded cheese. This is so crucial to being able to get the best cheese flavor and cheese pull out of every bite.
Grease the bundt pan well before layering. There are a lot of nooks and crannies in this type of pan, so greasing with a cooking spray or melted butter generously will help to flip the cheesy garlic pull-apart bread out perfectly.
Bake uncovered to help the bottom cook through and brown nicely. If it’s getting too browned, then shield with foil.
Try a different cheese. Just be sure they are good melting cheeses. We also love fontina or Gruyere combined with mozzarella as another option.
Allow the bread to cool for 10 minutes before flipping. Like with any baked good, it needs to cool slightly to set before being able to easily flip it.

Storage

This pull apart bread is best served warm out of the oven, but if you do want to store any leftovers, place them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave or oven for a couple of minutes until warmed through.

We don’t recommend freezing this monkey bread, as it will change the texture once it thaws. If you want to make it in advance, you can layer the ingredients in the bundt pan a couple hours before, cover the pan and place it into the fridge. Then bake right before the party begins!

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use something other than canned biscuits?

Any soft, refrigerated dough will work well, even though I think the texture of canned biscuits is best. Try crescent rolls, pizza dough, or even thawed Rhodes dinner rolls.

What other dipping sauces could I use for cheesy pull-apart bread?

You can serve with warm marinara sauce, pesto, even a queso or homemade cheese sauce are all delicious.

Can I make cheesy pull-apart bread in advance?

We don’t recommend making it too far ahead of time or else it won’t be gooey and melty when it’s time to serve. Assemble a couple of hours ahead of time and bake if you want to get ahead.

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