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Cheesy Pull-Apart Garlic Football Bread (The Ultimate Game Day Appetizer)

Score a touchdown with this Cheesy Pull-Apart Garlic Football Bread! Made with easy refrigerated biscuit dough, gooey mozzarella, and a savory garlic butter topping, it's the perfect interactive appetizer for any game day party or Super Bowl bash.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 310
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bread
  • 2 cans (16.3 oz each) refrigerated biscuit dough (like Pillsbury Grands!)
  • 8 oz low-moisture mozzarella cheese cut into 1/2-inch cubes
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
For the Garlic Butter
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1/4 tsp salt
For Garnish
  • 2 tbsp sour cream or cream cheese for the laces
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped, optional

Equipment

  • 1 Baking Sheet
  • 1 Large Mixing Bowl
  • 1 Parchment Paper

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Separate the biscuits and cut each one into four equal pieces.
  3. Flatten each piece of dough, place a mozzarella cube in the center, and wrap the dough around it, pinching the seams to seal tightly into a ball.
  4. In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, and salt.
  5. Add the stuffed dough balls to the garlic butter mixture and toss gently to coat them completely.
  6. Arrange the coated dough balls on the prepared baking sheet in a football shape, ensuring they are packed tightly together.
  7. Sprinkle the top with the shredded cheddar cheese.
  8. Bake for 20-25 minutes, until golden brown and bubbly. Let cool for 5-10 minutes.
  9. Pipe the sour cream or cream cheese on top to create the football laces. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and serve warm.

Nutrition

Calories: 310kcalProtein: 12gFat: 18gFiber: 1g

Notes

Dough Tip: If you can't find large biscuits, regular-sized ones work too; you may just need three cans.
Cheese Tip: For the best melt, use a block of low-moisture mozzarella and cube it yourself. Pre-shredded cheese has anti-caking agents that can prevent a smooth melt.
Serving Suggestion: This bread is fantastic served alongside warm marinara sauce or ranch dressing for dipping.
Keyword cheesy garlic bread,football bread,game day appetizer,pull apart bread,super bowl food

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