Air Fryer Pepperoni and Mozzarella Pull-Apart Bread is a fun, cheesy, and satisfying snack or appetizer that’s quick to make and easy to adapt for a Weight Watchers-friendly lifestyle. To start, take one can of refrigerated biscuit dough—preferably a reduced-fat version—and cut each biscuit into quarters. Place the dough pieces in a large mixing bowl and add ½ cup of shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, ¼ cup of chopped turkey pepperoni or mini slices, ½ teaspoon of garlic powder, and ½ teaspoon of Italian seasoning. For extra flavor, you can also sprinkle in a tablespoon of grated Parmesan cheese. Drizzle with a tablespoon of melted light butter or simply spritz with olive oil spray to keep the fat content lower, then gently toss everything together until evenly coated.
Form the mixture into a rough loaf or ball and place it into a lightly greased or parchment-lined air fryer-safe baking dish. If your air fryer basket is non-stick and large enough, you can place the mixture directly in the basket. Air fry at 330°F (165°C) for about 10 to 13 minutes, checking halfway through. The pull-apart bread is ready when the exterior is golden brown, the cheese is melted, and the biscuits are cooked through. Let it cool slightly before serving.
Garnish with freshly chopped parsley if desired, and serve with a side of warm light marinara or pizza sauce for dipping. This recipe is a crowd-pleaser that’s great for game days, parties, or family movie nights. To keep it Weight Watchers-friendly, opt for reduced-fat dough, part-skim cheese, and turkey pepperoni. Each portion (about 1/6 of the recipe) typically ranges from 4 to 5 WW points depending on the exact brands used. It’s a perfect blend of savory, cheesy, and crunchy without the guilt.
Air Fryer Pepperoni & Mozzarella Pull-Apart Bread
Ingredients:
- 1 can refrigerated biscuit dough (reduced-fat if possible)
- ½ cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
- ¼ cup turkey pepperoni, chopped or mini slices
- 1 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
- 1 tbsp light butter or olive oil spray
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp Italian seasoning
- Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
- Light marinara or pizza sauce for dipping (optional)
🧑🍳 Instructions:
Start by cutting each biscuit into quarters. In a large bowl, combine the biscuit pieces with shredded mozzarella, chopped turkey pepperoni, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and a light drizzle of melted light butter or a few spritzes of olive oil spray. Toss gently to coat everything evenly.
Form the mixture into a rough ball or loaf shape and place it in a lightly greased (or parchment-lined) air fryer-safe baking dish or directly in the basket if it’s non-stick. Sprinkle with a little Parmesan if using.
Air fry at 330°F (165°C) for about 10–13 minutes, checking halfway through. The bread should be golden brown on the outside and the cheese melted inside. Cooking time may vary slightly depending on the size and type of air fryer.
Once done, let cool slightly before serving. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve with warm light marinara sauce for dipping.
