Pull-Apart Garlic Bread Pizza Dip Recipe

ByThomas Greene
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Introduction

This Pull-Apart Garlic Bread Pizza Dip combines cheesy goodness with savory pepperoni, all topped with soft, garlic-brushed biscuit bites. It’s a fun and delicious appetizer that’s perfect for sharing at parties or cozy nights in.

This is a white rectangular baking dish filled with 20 golden-brown, soft rolls arranged in four rows, with five rolls in each row, forming a border around the center. The rolls are brushed with herbs and small bits of garlic, giving them a textured top sprinkled with green and light brown pieces. In the middle of the dish, there is melted white and yellow cheese mixed with bright red tomato sauce and small round slices of pepperoni, showing a gooey, stringy texture where some of the rolls have pulled away. The whole dish sits on a white marbled textured surface. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

  • 3 cups shredded mozzarella, divided
  • 2 (8-oz.) blocks cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1/3 cup plus 2 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan, divided
  • 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • Kosher salt, to taste
  • 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

  1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F. 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. Spread this cheese mixture evenly into a 9″x13″ baking dish, then spoon the pizza sauce evenly over the top. Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup mozzarella and mini pepperoni over the sauce.
  2. Step 2: Halve each biscuit and gently roll the pieces into balls. Arrange these biscuit balls evenly on top of the layered dip.
  3. Step 3: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, minced garlic, and chopped parsley. Brush this garlic oil mixture generously over the biscuit balls. Sprinkle the remaining 2 tablespoons of Parmesan cheese over the biscuits for added flavor and a golden crust.
  4. Step 4: Bake the dish uncovered for about 45 minutes, or until the biscuit tops are golden and the cheese is melted and bubbly. Then cover the dish with aluminum foil and continue baking for an additional 15 to 20 minutes, ensuring the biscuits cook completely through.
  5. Step 5: Remove from the oven and let the dip cool for 10 minutes before serving. This rest time helps the flavors meld and makes it easier to pull apart the garlic bread topping.

Tips & Variations

  • For an extra kick, add more crushed red pepper flakes or a dash of hot sauce to the cheese mixture.
  • If you prefer, swap mini pepperoni for cooked Italian sausage or sautéed mushrooms for a different topping.
  • Use fresh herbs like basil or oregano instead of parsley for varied flavor profiles.
  • Try whole wheat or gluten-free biscuits to accommodate dietary preferences.

Storage

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, cover the dish loosely with foil and warm in a 350°F oven until heated through, about 15-20 minutes. This helps maintain the biscuit’s texture and keeps the cheese melty.

How to Serve

A white rectangular baking dish filled with 16 golden-brown, soft dinner rolls arranged in four rows and four columns, each topped with chopped herbs and garlic bits. The center area is missing three rolls, revealing melted, stretchy white mozzarella cheese with a glossy texture, scattered pepperoni slices, and a red tomato sauce base mixed with cheese. The edges of the dish show bits of browned cheese and herbs. The background is a white marbled surface. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make this dip ahead of time?

Yes, you can assemble the dip up to a day in advance. Keep it covered in the refrigerator and bake just before serving for the best freshness.

What can I use instead of refrigerated biscuits?

If you prefer, you can make your own biscuit dough or use small dinner rolls cut into bite-sized pieces as a substitute.

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Pull-Apart Garlic Bread Pizza Dip Recipe

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  • Author: Thomas
  • Total Time: 80 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x
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Description

Pull-Apart Garlic Bread Pizza Dip combines creamy cheeses, zesty pizza sauce, and mini pepperoni topped with golden garlic biscuits baked to perfection for a delicious, shareable appetizer or snack.

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 cheese
  • 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • Kosher salt, to taste

Additional Toppings

  • 3/4 cup pizza sauce
  • 1 cup mini pepperoni

Biscuit Topping

  • 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
  • 2 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. Prepare the cheese mixture: Preheat the oven to 350°F. In a large bowl, combine 2 cups of shredded mozzarella, softened cream cheese, ricotta, 1/3 cup grated Parmesan, Italian seasoning, and crushed red pepper flakes. Season with kosher salt to taste and mix until smooth and well incorporated. Transfer this mixture evenly to a 9″ x 13″ baking dish.
  2. Add pizza sauce and toppings: Spread the pizza sauce evenly over the cheese mixture. Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of shredded mozzarella on top, followed by the mini pepperoni slices.
  3. Prepare the biscuits: Halve each refrigerated biscuit and roll each half into small balls. Arrange the biscuit balls evenly over the layered dip in the baking dish.
  4. Make garlic oil and brush biscuits: In a small bowl, whisk together extra-virgin olive oil, minced garlic, and chopped parsley. Generously brush this garlic oil mixture onto each biscuit ball and then sprinkle the remaining 2 tablespoons of grated Parmesan cheese over the biscuits.
  5. Bake the dip: Bake the assembled dish in the preheated oven until the biscuits are golden and the cheese is melted, about 45 minutes. Then cover the dish with aluminum foil and continue baking until the biscuit dough is cooked through, approximately an additional 15 to 20 minutes.
  6. Cool and serve: Remove the dip from the oven and allow it to cool for 10 minutes before serving to ensure the cheese sets slightly and it’s safe to enjoy.

Notes

  • Letting the dip cool slightly helps prevent burns from the hot cheese and sauce.
  • For a spicier kick, increase the crushed red pepper flakes or add a dash of hot sauce into the cheese mixture.
  • Use a toothpick or skewer to check if biscuits are fully baked by ensuring the dough inside is no longer raw.
  • This dip pairs perfectly with fresh vegetables or extra crunchy breadsticks if preferred over biscuits.
  • Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator and reheat gently in the oven to maintain biscuit texture.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 65 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: Garlic bread pizza dip, pull-apart dip, cheesy pizza dip, appetizer, party food, biscuit dip

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