Description
This Pull Apart Garlic Cheese Bread is a crowd-pleaser that combines the aromatic punch of garlic, rich melty cheese, and perfectly baked bread. It’s an interactive dish that invites everyone to dig in and enjoy warm, gooey pieces together.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 Crusty Loaf (sourdough or Italian boule)
- 2 cups Low-Moisture Mozzarella (shredded)
- 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese (freshly grated)
- 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter
- 6–8 cloves Fresh Garlic (finely minced)
- 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley (chopped)
- Salt (to taste)
- Black Pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a sturdy baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
- Cut the bread into a crosshatch pattern, making slices about 1-inch apart in both directions, ensuring the loaf remains intact at the base.
- In a small microwave-safe bowl, melt the unsalted butter. Add the minced garlic, chopped parsley, a pinch of salt, and black pepper to the melted butter and stir until well combined.
- Gently pry open the cuts in the bread and stuff the cheese generously into every crevice and cut.
- Spoon or brush the garlic butter mixture all over the top of the bread, ensuring it seeps into the cuts.
- Wrap the entire loaf tightly in foil and bake for 20 minutes.
- After 20 minutes, remove the foil and continue baking for another 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbling and golden.
- Let it rest for a minute or two before serving, then transfer to a serving table or platter and garnish with extra parsley.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 30 mins
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg
Keywords: Use fresh garlic for the best flavor. You can experiment with different cheeses like Monterey Jack or Provolone. For a dairy-free version, substitute with olive oil or vegan butter.