Keto Pizza Monkey Bread
Ingredients:

  • Dough:
    • 2 cups almond flour
    • 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
    • 2 tablespoons cream cheese
    • 2 large eggs
    • 1 tablespoon baking powder
    • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
    • 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Filling:
    • 4 ounces pepperoni, sliced
    • 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
    • 1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated
    • 1/3 cup butter, melted
    • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
    • 1/4 teaspoon garlic salt
    • Red pepper flakes, optional
    • Fresh parsley, for garnish
    • Marinara sauce (sugar-free), for dipping

Directions:

1. Prepare the Dough:

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a bundt pan or a round baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
  • In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the shredded mozzarella and cream cheese together (about 1-2 minutes, stirring halfway).
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together the almond flour, baking powder, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning.
  • Add the melted cheese mixture and eggs to the dry ingredients. Mix until a dough forms. If the dough is too sticky, you can knead it a bit with your hands.

2. Assemble the Monkey Bread:

  • Divide the dough into small balls (about 1-1.5 inches in diameter).
  • In a large bowl, combine the dough balls, sliced pepperoni, shredded mozzarella, parmesan cheese, melted butter, garlic powder, and garlic salt. Toss until everything is well coated.
  • Transfer the mixture into the prepared bundt pan or baking dish, spreading it out evenly.

3. Bake:

  • Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown. You may cover with foil for the last 10 minutes if it starts to brown too quickly.
  • Once baked, carefully invert the pan onto a large plate to release the pizza monkey bread.

4. Serve:

  • Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm with sugar-free marinara sauce for dipping.

Nutritional Information (per serving, based on 8 servings):

  • Calories: ~250 kcal
  • Fat: ~21g
  • Protein: ~12g
  • Net Carbs: ~4g (depends on the brands of ingredients used)

Tips:

  • Almond Flour: If you prefer a more bread-like texture, you can substitute 1/4 cup of the almond flour with coconut flour.
  • Cheese: Feel free to mix in other cheeses like cheddar or provolone for extra flavor.
  • Marinara Sauce: Make sure to use a sugar-free marinara sauce to keep it keto-friendly.

This keto-friendly Pizza Monkey Bread is a tasty and fun way to enjoy the flavors of pizza without all the carbs!