Olive Monkey Bread
This savory, cheesy, olive-studded pull-apart bread is perfect for parties, appetizers, or a flavorful side with soup or salad.
Ingredients
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2 (16 oz) cans refrigerated biscuits (flaky or buttermilk style)
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⅓ cup butter, melted
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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2 teaspoons dried oregano
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1½ teaspoons garlic powder
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½ cup Kalamata olives, pitted and roughly chopped
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½ cup green olives, roughly chopped
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½ cup crumbled feta cheese
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1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
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Optional: ¼ cup finely chopped sun-dried tomatoes or fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9- or 10-inch Bundt pan or round baking dish.
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Prepare coating: In a medium bowl, mix melted butter, olive oil, oregano, and garlic powder.
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Cut biscuits: Separate biscuits and cut each into quarters (or sixths for smaller pieces).
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Coat pieces: Dip each biscuit piece in the butter-herb mixture, then place in a large mixing bowl.
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Add olives and cheeses: Add chopped olives, feta, and mozzarella to the bowl with the coated biscuit pieces. Gently toss to distribute evenly.
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Layer in pan: Transfer mixture to the prepared pan, spreading evenly.
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Drizzle remaining butter mixture over the top.
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Bake for 30–35 minutes, until golden brown and cooked through.
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Cool slightly: Let rest in pan for 5–10 minutes, then invert onto a serving plate.
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Garnish with chopped parsley or sun-dried tomatoes if desired.
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Serve warm by pulling apart pieces.
📌 Tips & Variations
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Make ahead: Assemble up to 4 hours ahead, cover, and refrigerate. Bake just before serving (may need 5–10 extra minutes).
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Spice it up: Add ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes or 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning to the butter mixture.
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Gluten-free option: Use gluten-free biscuit dough.
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For a crispier top: Bake the last 5–10 minutes uncovered if the top browns too slowly.
🥡 Storage & Reheating
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Store leftovers covered in the fridge up to 3 days.
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Reheat in the oven at 325°F until warm (microwaving can make it soggy).
Enjoy this savory, shareable twist on classic monkey bread! 🫒🧀🍞