Cheesy Garlic Pull-Apart Bread
Indulge in this irresistibly cheesy and garlicky pull-apart bread, perfect for sharing at gatherings or as a savory snack.
Ingredients
Bread
- 1 large round sourdough or Italian bread loaf (approximately 1 pound, 8-9 inches diameter)
Butter
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened to room temperature)
Garlic
- 4-6 cloves garlic, minced
Fresh Parsley
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
Italian Seasoning
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Salt
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Black Pepper
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
Mozzarella Cheese
- 1½ cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
Sharp Cheddar Cheese
- ½ cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
Parmesan Cheese
- ¼ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
Olive Oil
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (optional)
Red Pepper Flakes
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Green Onions
- 2 tablespoons green onions, sliced (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cut the bread loaf into a grid pattern without cutting all the way through.
- Mix softened butter, minced garlic, parsley, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper; spread between the cuts.
- Stuff shredded cheeses into the cuts and drizzle with olive oil if using.
- Bake for 15 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly. Garnish with green onions if desired.
Notes
For extra flavor, brush the bread with additional garlic butter before baking.