Best 3 Cheesy Italian Pull Apart Bread Recipes

If you are looking for a crowd-pleasing, cheesy and delectable appetizer or side dish, look no further than the classic Cheesy Italian Pull Apart Bread. This scrumptious bread is made with pantry-staple ingredients, and is easily customizable to suit your personal preferences. Whether you prefer a simple cheesy bread or one loaded with savory Italian flavors, this recipe has got you covered. With its soft, fluffy texture, gooey cheese filling, and the amazing aroma of Italian herbs, this pull apart bread is sure to be the star of any gathering. So, gather your ingredients, heat up your oven, and embark on a culinary journey to create this cheesy delight that will leave your taste buds dancing with joy.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

CHEESY ITALIAN PULL-APART BREAD

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Get out the refrigerated biscuits and be ready to wow the crowd with this Italian-style two-cheese pull-apart bread.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

1 can (16.3 oz.) refrigerated biscuits (8 biscuits), quartered
3 Tbsp. butter, melted
1/2 cup KRAFT Seasoned Grated Parmesan Cheese Rosemary & Garlic
1-1/2 cups KRAFT Shredded Italian* Five Cheese with a TOUCH OF PHILADELPHIA
1-1/2 cups CLASSICO Tomato and Basil Pasta Sauce

Steps:

Heat oven to 350ºF.
Cover bottom of 8x4-inch loaf pan with parchment; spray pan and paper with cooking spray.
Toss biscuit pieces with butter in large bowl. Add grated cheese, then shredded cheese, mixing lightly after each addition. Place in prepared pan.
Bake 35 to 40 min. or until golden brown. Run knife around sides of pan to loosen bread; cool 5 min. Meanwhile, heat pasta sauce.
Remove bread from pan to heatproof platter or cutting board. Serve warm with pasta sauce for dipping.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 260, Fat 16 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, TransFat 2 g, Cholesterol 30 mg, Sodium 780 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 10 g

CHEESY ITALIAN PULL APART BREAD

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This is a wonderful pull apart bread with cheesy centers. A delightful accompaniment to a spaghetti dinner, or any other Italian dish. It is also super easy to prepare. My kids love helping me prepare this!

Provided by MrsHappyHomemaker

Categories Cheese Appetizers

Time 30m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

2 (7.5 ounce) packages refrigerated biscuit dough
½ cup spaghetti sauce
6 string cheese sticks, cut into 1 inch pieces
2 tablespoons melted butter
1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese
garlic powder to taste

Steps:

Preheat an oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). Lightly grease an 8 inch cake pan.
Flatten each piece of biscuit dough into a 4 inch circle. Spoon 1 teaspoon of spaghetti sauce into center of each biscuit. Place string cheese piece on the sauce. Fold the dough in half and pinch the seams together tightly to seal in the cheese. It will be in the shape of a half moon. Place the dough in the prepared cake pan starting at the outside edge of the cake pen and and moving towards the center in concentric circles.
Brush the dough with the melted butter and sprinkle with the Italian seasoning, parmesan cheese, and garlic powder over the top of the dough. Bake in preheated oven until golden brown, about 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 222.4 calories, Carbohydrate 20.9 g, Cholesterol 19.7 mg, Fat 12.4 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 7.7 g, SaturatedFat 5.3 g, Sodium 652.6 mg, Sugar 4.3 g

EASY PULL APART CHEESY BREAD

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Provided by Katie Clark

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 loaf artisan bread
1 cup mozzarella cheese, cubed
1/2 cup fontina cheese, shredded
1/4 cup parmesan cheese, shredded
1/4 cup asiago cheese, shredded
1/4 cup gruyere cheese, shredded
1/2 tbsp garlic powder
1 tbsp Italian seasoning
3 tbsp parsley
1/4 cup butter, melted

Steps:

Preheat the oven to 350F Slice the top of the bread both horizontally and vertically without going all the way through Stuff the mozzarella cheese cubes in between the slices of bread Transfer the mozzarella-stuffed loaf to a baking sheet lined with foil Combine shredded cheeses in a medium mixing bowl Mix in the garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and parsley Sprinkle the cheese mixture over the bread, gently pushing some down in between the slices Pour the melted butter over the entire loaf Wrap the loaf loosely in foil Bake for 20 minutes Unwrap the foil from the bread and bake another 5 minutes, until the cheese is melted completely

Nutrition Facts : Calories 277 calories, Carbohydrate 32 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 28 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 12 grams fat, Fiber 2 grams fiber, Protein 11 grams protein, SaturatedFat 6 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1, Sodium 488 grams sodium, Sugar 4 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 4 grams unsaturated fat

Tips:

Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor.
Make sure the butter is cold before grating it. This will help to create a flaky crust.
Don't overwork the dough. Overworking will make the bread tough.
Let the dough rise in a warm place until it has doubled in size. This will ensure that the bread is light and airy.
Bake the bread until it is golden brown. This will give it a crispy crust and a fluffy interior.
Serve the bread warm with your favorite dipping sauce.

Conclusion:

This cheesy Italian pull-apart bread is a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or side dish. It's perfect for parties or potlucks. With its flaky crust, cheesy center, and flavorful herbs, this bread is sure to be a hit with everyone. So next time you're looking for a crowd-pleasing recipe, give this cheesy Italian pull-apart bread a try. You won't be disappointed!