Description
A homemade cheesy garlic pull-apart bread that is crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, and packed with garlicky herb butter and melted cheese. It’s an easy, crowd-pleasing side dish or appetizer that requires zero kneading.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large French baguette or Italian loaf (about 24 inches)
- 1 stick (113g) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
- 4–5 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated
- 1/2 cup cheddar cheese, shredded (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 13×9 inch baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Place the baguette on a cutting board. Slice horizontally almost all the way through to create a top and bottom half, then slice vertically every 1 inch without cutting all the way through to create a connected grid.
- In a small bowl, mix the softened butter, minced garlic, parsley, oregano, red pepper flakes, and salt until a smooth paste forms.
- Spread the herb butter mixture into every cut and crevice of the bread.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheese mixture evenly over the top and into the cuts.
- Wrap the entire loaf tightly in aluminum foil and place on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 15 minutes. Carefully unwrap the foil.
- Bake for another 10-15 minutes until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and slightly golden brown.
- Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Shred your own cheese for better melting. If using pre-shredded cheese, note that anti-caking agents may affect texture. For leftovers, reheat in the oven at 350°F for 10 minutes to restore crispiness. Can be prepped and refrigerated for up to 24 hours before baking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece from the loa
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 450
- Fat: 16
- Saturated Fat: 8
- Carbohydrates: 35
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 12
Keywords: cheesy garlic bread, pull apart bread, homemade bread basket, garlic herb butter, easy appetizer, side dish recipe