Cheesy Garlic Pull Apart Bread Recipe
This cheesy garlic pull-apart bread is the ultimate party pleaser—crispy on the outside, melty and flavorful on the inside. Perfect as a snack, appetizer, or side dish to any meal!
Ingredients
- 1 large round loaf of sourdough or Italian bread
- ½ cup unsalted butter melted
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
- ½ tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Optional: crushed red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Using a sharp knife, cut the bread into 1-inch wide criss-cross slices, without cutting all the way through.
- In a bowl, mix melted butter, garlic, parsley, and Italian seasoning.
- Carefully open the cuts in the bread and drizzle garlic butter into the cracks.
- Stuff shredded mozzarella evenly between the slices.
- Sprinkle the top with Parmesan cheese and red pepper flakes if using.
- Wrap the bread in foil and bake for 15 minutes.
- Unwrap and bake for another 5–10 minutes until golden and melty.
- Serve hot—pull apart and enjoy!
Notes
- Use a dense loaf so it holds its shape when stuffed.
- Great for sharing at parties, game day, or alongside pasta dishes.
- Customize with cooked bacon bits, jalapeños, or different cheeses.
- Best enjoyed fresh out of the oven!