Pull-Apart Garlic Bread Pizza Dip Recipe
This Pull-Apart Garlic Bread Pizza Dip combines the best elements of pizza and garlic bread into a delicious, shareable appetizer. Layers of creamy cheeses, zesty pizza sauce, and mini pepperoni are topped with soft, golden biscuit balls brushed with garlic-infused olive oil, then baked until bubbly and irresistible. Perfect for parties, game days, or casual gatherings, this indulgent dip invites everyone to pull apart the warm, cheesy goodness bite by bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: 8 to 10 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients
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Cheese Mixture
- 3 cups shredded mozzarella, divided
- 2 (8-oz.) blocks cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan, plus 2 tablespoons divided
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- Kosher salt, to taste
Other Ingredients
- 3/4 cup pizza sauce
- 1 cup mini pepperoni
- 2 (16-oz.) cans refrigerated biscuits (such as Pillsbury Grands)
- 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon freshly chopped parsley
Instructions
- Prepare cheese mixture: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a large bowl, combine 2 cups of shredded mozzarella, softened cream cheese, ricotta, 1/3 cup Parmesan, Italian seasoning, and crushed red pepper flakes. Season the mixture with kosher salt to taste and mix until smooth and well combined.
- Assemble the dip: Transfer the cheese mixture evenly into a 9″x13″ baking dish. Spread the pizza sauce evenly over the top of the cheese mixture. Then sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of mozzarella cheese followed by the mini pepperoni evenly across the sauce layer.
- Prepare biscuit topping: Halve each refrigerated biscuit and roll each half into a ball. Arrange these biscuit balls evenly over the assembled dip in the baking dish.
- Make garlic oil and apply: In a small bowl, whisk together the extra-virgin olive oil, minced garlic, and freshly chopped parsley. Brush this garlic oil mixture generously over all the biscuit balls. Finally, sprinkle the remaining 2 tablespoons of grated Parmesan evenly on top of the biscuits.
- Bake the dip: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for about 45 minutes, or until the biscuits turn golden and the cheese is melted and bubbly. Then, cover the dish loosely with aluminum foil and continue baking for an additional 15 to 20 minutes to ensure the biscuits are cooked through.
- Cool and serve: Remove the dip from the oven and let it cool for 10 minutes before serving. This resting time helps the dip set slightly and makes it easier to pull apart and enjoy.
Notes
- You can substitute mini pepperoni with sliced regular pepperoni or other favorite pizza toppings.
- For a spicier kick, add extra crushed red pepper flakes or a drizzle of hot sauce.
- Using fresh biscuits is recommended for best texture; canned refrigerated biscuits make preparation easy but ensure they are fully cooked.
- Serve warm for the best taste and texture; leftovers can be reheated covered with foil to prevent drying.
- Can be adapted with gluten-free biscuit dough for a gluten-free version.
Keywords: pull-apart, garlic bread, pizza dip, appetizer, party food, cheesy, pepperoni, easy dip, baked dip
