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Cheesy Pull Apart Christmas Bread

This easy and festive Cheesy Pull Apart Christmas Bread is loaded with melted cheese, garlic butter, and herbs — the perfect holiday appetizer for sharing.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 people
Course: Appetizer, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Holiday
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

Bread Dough
  • 2 cans refrigerated biscuit dough
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter melted
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1 tsp dried parsley
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Pastry brush

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Mix melted butter, garlic, Italian seasoning, parsley, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
  3. Cut biscuit dough into quarters and roll into small balls.
  4. Toss dough balls in garlic butter, then add cheese and mix gently.
  5. Arrange dough balls into a Christmas tree, wreath, or loaf shape.
  6. Bake for 25–30 minutes until golden and cheese is bubbly.
  7. Brush with melted butter, garnish with parsley, and serve warm.

Notes

For a festive touch, sprinkle with red pepper flakes or add bits of bacon before baking.