Description
Irresistible pull apart garlic bread brings Mediterranean warmth to kitchen gatherings with its buttery, herb-infused layers. Golden crisp edges and garlicky aroma promise delightful sharing moments that connect friends and family around one delectable bread centerpiece.
Ingredients
Scale
Bread:
- 1 large loaf of crusty bread (sourdough or Italian bread)
Cheese:
- 2 cups (200 g) shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup (50 g) grated Parmesan cheese
Seasoning and Flavoring:
- ½ cup (115 g) unsalted butter, melted
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried parsley)
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (optional)
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Craft a grid pattern across the bread loaf, ensuring precise cuts that don’t slice completely through, creating interconnected segments for maximum flavor absorption.
- Create a luxurious garlic infusion by whisking melted butter with finely chopped garlic, incorporating fresh parsley, aromatic Italian seasoning, and a balanced blend of salt and pepper.
- Enhance the butter mixture by folding in a generous combination of mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses, allowing the dairy to meld seamlessly with the herbaceous butter.
- Delicately separate the bread’s interconnected segments, carefully nestling the cheese-butter concoction into every crevice, ensuring thorough flavor distribution.
- Wrap the prepared bread loosely in aluminum foil, protecting the surface from excessive browning while allowing internal heat circulation.
- Slide the wrapped bread into a preheated 375F (190C) oven, allowing initial baking for approximately 15 minutes to develop initial warmth and cheese melting.
- Unveil the bread by removing the foil, returning it to the oven for an additional 5-10 minutes to achieve a golden, crispy exterior with perfectly melted cheese.
- Sprinkle additional fresh parsley for a vibrant garnish, presenting the pull-apart bread immediately while maintaining its warm, gooey texture.
- Consider serving alongside marinara sauce for an elevated dipping experience, complementing various main courses like soups, pastas, or fresh salads.
Notes
- Perfectly slice the bread by creating a grid pattern without cutting through the bottom, ensuring the bread stays intact while allowing the garlic butter to seep into every crevice.
- Choose a sturdy bread like sourdough or Italian loaf that can hold the rich garlic butter mixture without falling apart during baking.
- Customize the cheese blend by experimenting with different varieties like sharp cheddar, gouda, or a spicy pepper jack to add unique flavor profiles.
- Accommodate dietary needs by using gluten-free bread, dairy-free butter alternatives, and plant-based cheese for those with restrictions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 325
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 650 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 26 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 11 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg