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Crispy Cheesy Panko Pull-Apart Bread

Bite-sized dough balls stuffed with gooey mozzarella, dipped in garlic butter, and coated in crispy panko breadcrumbs. The ultimate savory appetizer.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 8 people
Course: Appetizer, Side Dish, Snack
Cuisine: American, Party Food
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dough & Filling
  • 2 tubes refrigerated biscuit dough or 1lb pizza dough
  • 1 block mozzarella cheese cut into 1-inch cubes
Coating
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1.5 cups panko breadcrumbs
  • 0.5 cup parmesan cheese grated
  • 1 tbsp Italian seasoning
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped, for garnish

Equipment

  • 9-inch Round Pan or Cast Iron Skillet
  • Small Bowls
  • Pastry brush

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Generously grease a 9-inch round pan or skillet with butter.
  2. Cut biscuit dough into halves or quarters. Flatten each piece into a disk.
  3. Place a cheese cube in the center of the dough, wrap securely, and roll into a smooth ball ensuring no gaps.
  4. In one bowl, mix melted butter and minced garlic. In another, mix panko, parmesan, and Italian seasoning.
  5. Dip each dough ball into the butter mixture, then roll in the panko mixture to coat evenly.
  6. Arrange the coated balls in the prepared pan. They can touch slightly.
  7. Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and crispy. Tent with foil if browning too fast.
  8. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot with dipping sauces.

Notes

Serve immediately while cheese is molten. Reheat in air fryer to maintain crispiness.