Cheesy Garlic Pull-Apart Bread
A cheesy, gooey pull-apart bread that's perfect for gatherings, filled with melted mozzarella and cheddar infused with garlic and butter.
Ingredients
Bread and Cheese
- 1 loaf Round unsliced loaf of sourdough or country bread Avoid pre-sliced bread for best results.
- 2 cups Shredded mozzarella cheese Hand-shredded for optimal melting.
- 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese Or swap in your favorite cheese.
Garlic Butter Mixture
- 1/2 cup Real butter Avoid margarine.
- 4 cloves Minced garlic Fresh garlic is recommended.
- 2 tablespoons Chopped fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon Salt
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Place the round unsliced loaf of bread on a cutting board.
- Cut diagonal slits in a crosshatch pattern, being careful not to cut all the way through the bottom.
- In a bowl, mix the butter, minced garlic, parsley, and salt.
- Stuff the cheese into the slits of the bread.
- Drizzle the garlic butter mixture over the bread, ensuring it seeps into the cracks.
Baking
- Wrap the bread in foil and bake in the oven for about 20 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until the cheese is melted and the top is crispy.
Notes
You can add crushed red pepper for a spicy kick or diced roasted peppers for added flavor. For a crispier bottom, bake on a hot pizza stone.