Description
This Italian Skillet Pull Apart Bread is a simple and delicious appetizer made with frozen bread rolls coated in Italian herbed melted butter and Pecorino Romano cheese. It’s perfect for sharing, featuring a crispy, cheesy crust and a soft, fluffy interior baked right in a skillet.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 20 frozen bread rolls (usually come in a 20-pack)
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup Pecorino Romano cheese (Parmesan cheese can be used as an alternative)
- 2 tablespoons Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Prepare the butter mixture: In a shallow plate, whisk together the melted butter, Italian seasoning, and ½ cup of the Pecorino Romano cheese until well combined.
- Coat the bread rolls: Take each frozen bread roll and roll it in the herbed butter mixture, ensuring it is thoroughly coated. Place the coated rolls into a 12-inch skillet, spacing them slightly apart to allow room for rising.
- Sprinkle with cheese: Sprinkle the remaining ½ cup of Pecorino Romano cheese evenly over the arranged rolls in the skillet.
- Let the rolls rise: Cover the skillet with a clean kitchen towel and place it in a warm, draft-free area. Let the rolls rise for 1 to 2 hours, or until they have doubled in size.
- Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (204°C) to prepare for baking.
- Bake the bread: Bake the skillet of rolls in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and the cheese is melted and crispy.
- Serve warm: Remove from the oven, let cool slightly, then serve the pull apart bread warm for maximum enjoyment.
Notes
- Using frozen rolls makes this recipe quick and convenient.
- Parmesan cheese can be substituted for Pecorino Romano if preferred.
- Make sure the rolls have enough space to rise to ensure fluffiness.
- Covering the skillet during the rise prevents the dough from drying out.
- This bread is best served fresh and warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
