Garlic Pull Apart Bread
This garlic bread recipe with mozzarella cheese is a simple yet delicious side dish that's perfect for any meal. Crispy, buttery, and garlicky with a melt-in-your-mouth cheesy center, this recipe is easy to make and sure to satisfy your taste buds. Serve it warm alongside your favorite pasta or as an appetizer for your next gathering.
Ingredients
Bread Ingredients
- 1 crusty Italian bread Use any rustic Italian bread or baguette for the best texture.
- 8 Tbsp. unsalted butter Ensure butter is softened for easy mixing.
- 2 cloves garlic Minced garlic adds a rich, aromatic flavor to the bread.
- 1 Tbsp. fresh parsley Chopped parsley for freshness and color.
- 3/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese Shredded mozzarella melts beautifully and creates the perfect cheesy topping.
Instructions
Baking Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a large baking sheet with aluminum foil and set aside.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the melted butter, garlic, and chopped parsley.
- Using a serrated knife, slice the Italian bread diagonally into 1-inch diamonds (be careful not to slice all the way through). Place the bread on top of a large piece of aluminum foil.
- Carefully open the cracks in the bread with your fingers. Drizzle the garlic butter mixture over the bread and sprinkle with mozzarella cheese.
- Wrap the bread tightly in the foil, covering it completely, and place it on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 15 minutes, or until the cheese is mostly melted. Then, open the foil and bake for an additional 5 minutes to make the bread crusty.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, bake the bread for a few more minutes uncovered after removing from the foil.
- Serve immediately while warm for the best experience.