Keto Pepperoni & Mozzarella Pull‑Apart Bread
Cheesy, pizza‑flavored, and perfect for dipping.
Introduction
Pull‑apart bread is the ultimate party food — gooey, flavorful, and made for sharing. This keto version swaps traditional bread for low‑carb or fathead dough, layering it with mozzarella, pepperoni, and pizza sauce. The result is a golden, bubbly centerpiece that disappears fast at gatherings.
Ingredients
1 loaf keto bread (or homemade fathead bread), cut into chunks
1½–2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
½–¾ cup pepperoni slices
½ cup low‑carb pizza sauce or marinara (plus extra for dipping)
2 tbsp butter, melted
1 tsp Italian seasoning
½ tsp garlic powder
Optional: grated parmesan or crushed red pepper
Instructions
Preheat Oven: 350°F (175°C). Grease a bundt pan.
Season Bread: Toss bread chunks with melted butter, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning.
Layer Ingredients: Add bread, mozzarella, pepperoni, and spoonfuls of sauce in layers.
Finish with Cheese: Top final layer with mozzarella.
Bake: 25–30 minutes, until golden and bubbly.
Rest & Serve: Let sit 5–10 minutes, invert onto a plate, and serve warm with marinara in the center.
Recipe Notes
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Bake Time: 25–30 minutes
Total Time: ~45 minutes
Servings: 8–10
Tips for Success
Use a bundt pan for even baking and a dramatic presentation.
Fathead dough works beautifully if you want to make the bread from scratch.
Add crushed red pepper for a spicy kick.
Serve with extra sauce for dipping — it’s part of the fun.
Fun Variations
Supreme Style: Add olives, bell peppers, or mushrooms.
Cheesy Explosion: Mix in cheddar or provolone with mozzarella.
Buffalo Twist: Swap pizza sauce for buffalo sauce and add chicken.
Mini Pull‑Apart Cups: Bake in muffin tins for individual servings.
Storytelling Element
Picture pulling apart gooey chunks of bread, strings of melted mozzarella stretching, pepperoni tucked into every bite, and a warm marinara dip in the center. It’s indulgent, festive, and keto‑friendly — proof that low‑carb can still mean maximum flavor.
Conclusion
This Keto Pepperoni & Mozzarella Pull‑Apart Bread is a guaranteed hit for parties, game nights, or family dinners. Cheesy, savory, and endlessly customizable, it’s a recipe worth adding to your keto comfort food collection.