Triple Cheese Pepperoni Bread (Printable Version)

Warm, gooey triple cheese and pepperoni bread with herbs, perfect for sharing and dipping.

# Everything You’ll Need:

→ Dough

01 - 1 pound pizza dough, store-bought or homemade

→ Garlic Oil

02 - ½ cup olive oil (can substitute with avocado oil)
03 - 4 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
05 - ½ teaspoon dried basil
06 - ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes, optional

→ Cheese Filling

07 - ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
08 - 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

→ Garnishing

09 - ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley

→ Serving

10 - Pizza sauce for dipping, store-bought or homemade

# Steps to Cook:

01 - Combine olive oil, minced garlic, dried oregano, dried basil, and red pepper flakes in a small bowl. Stir and let sit for at least 15 minutes.
02 - Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9-inch springform pan generously with olive oil.
03 - On a lightly floured surface, roll dough into a 12x18-inch rectangle.
04 - Brush dough with the infused garlic oil, reserving about 2 tablespoons for later use.
05 - Evenly sprinkle grated Parmesan and shredded mozzarella over the dough.
06 - Using a pizza cutter, slice dough into 1-inch wide strips, then stack 6 to 8 strips.
07 - Cut the stacked strips into 1-inch squares to form individual pieces.
08 - Place dough squares upright with cut sides facing up in the prepared pan, packing tightly to fill the pan.
09 - Brush the assembled bread with the reserved garlic oil. Cover loosely with aluminum foil.
10 - Bake for 25 minutes at 375°F (190°C).
11 - Remove foil and bake for an additional 15 to 20 minutes until golden brown.
12 - Let bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley.
13 - Serve warm with pizza sauce for dipping.

# Extra Suggestions:

01 - Ensure even dough thickness and tightly packed pieces for ideal pull-apart texture. Fresh herbs enhance flavor and presentation.