This pull-apart sausage bread is a flavorful and satisfying appetizer that will impress your guests. Made with soft and buttery bread dough, savory sausage, and gooey cheese, this dish is perfect for parties or family gatherings. With a prep time of only 20 minutes and a cook time of 30 minutes, this recipe is quick and convenient. The aroma of freshly baked bread and the combination of flavors will leave everyone wanting more!
Ingredients
- 1 loaf (1 pound) frozen bread dough, thawed
- 1 pound ground sausage
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a skillet, cook the ground sausage over medium heat until browned. Drain the excess grease from the sausage.
- On a floured surface, roll out the thawed bread dough into a 12x18-inch rectangle.
- Spread the cooked sausage evenly over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese and chopped green onions over the sausage.
- Starting from one of the long ends, tightly roll up the dough, like a jelly roll.
- Pinch the seams to seal the dough and tuck the ends under.
- Place the rolled-up dough on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- In a small bowl, mix together the melted butter, garlic powder, and dried oregano.
- Brush the butter mixture over the top of the dough, making sure to cover the entire surface.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until the bread is golden brown and cooked through.
- Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving.
- To serve, simply pull apart the bread into individual slices. Enjoy!
Interesting Facts
This recipe can be customized with your favorite toppings such as cooked bacon, diced bell peppers, or jalapenos.
You can make the bread dough from scratch if you prefer, but using frozen bread dough saves time and effort.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator and reheated in the oven for a tasty snack.
This pull-apart sausage bread pairs well with marinara sauce or ranch dressing for dipping.
You can also make mini versions of this bread by using small individual rolls of dough and dividing the filling among them.