Description

Enjoy this indulgent Pull-Apart Garlic Bread Pizza Dip that combines creamy cheeses, zesty pizza sauce, and mini pepperoni topped with golden, garlic-infused biscuit balls. Perfect as a party appetizer or cozy snack, this pull-apart dip is baked to melty perfection, featuring layers of mozzarella, cream cheese, ricotta, and Parmesan with a touch of Italian seasoning and crushed red pepper flakes for a subtle kick.

Ingredients

Scale

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

Toppings and Other Ingredients

3/4 cup pizza sauce
1 cup mini pepperoni slices
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 (for topping)

Instructions

Prepare Oven and Cheese Mixture: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a large mixing bowl, combine 2 cups of shredded mozzarella, softened cream cheese, ricotta, 1/3 cup Parmesan, Italian seasoning, crushed red pepper flakes, and kosher salt to taste. Mix thoroughly until smooth and well combined.
Assemble the Dip Base: Transfer this cheese mixture evenly into a 9″ x 13″ baking dish. Spread the pizza sauce evenly over the top of the cheese layer. Then, sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of shredded mozzarella and the mini pepperoni slices evenly over the sauce.
Prepare Biscuit Balls: Take each refrigerated biscuit and cut it in half. Roll each half into a ball. Place the biscuit balls on top of the assembled dip evenly to cover the surface.
Make Garlic Olive Oil and Brush: In a small bowl, whisk together the extra-virgin olive oil, minced garlic, and freshly chopped parsley. Brush this garlic oil mixture generously over each biscuit ball. Then sprinkle the remaining 2 tablespoons of Parmesan cheese over the biscuits for a golden, cheesy crust.
Bake to Perfection: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for about 45 minutes or until the biscuits are golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly. After this initial bake, cover the dish loosely with aluminum foil and continue baking for another 15 to 20 minutes to ensure the biscuits are fully cooked through.
Cool and Serve: Remove the dish from the oven and let the dip cool for about 10 minutes. This resting time helps set the layers making it easier to pull apart biscuit balls and scoop the delicious cheesy dip. Serve warm and enjoy!

Notes

Ensure cream cheese is softened to room temperature to blend smoothly with other cheeses.
If you prefer less spice, reduce or omit the crushed red pepper flakes.
The refrigerated biscuits can be swapped for homemade biscuit dough if desired.
Use freshly grated Parmesan for the best flavor instead of pre-grated.
Let it cool slightly before serving to prevent burns and improve texture.
Leftovers can be reheated in the oven at 300°F until warmed through.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
Category: Appetizer
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Italian-American

Keywords: pull apart bread, garlic bread dip, pizza dip, party appetizer, cheesy dip, biscuit pull apart