Cheesy Garlic Bread Pull-Apart Loaf with Mozzarella
A deliciously gooey and flavorful cheesy garlic bread loaf, loaded with melted mozzarella and aromatic garlic butter, perfect for sharing as a snack or side dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large round loaf of sourdough bread
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt, to taste
- Optional: red pepper flakes, for a spicy kick
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Using a serrated knife, cut the bread into a crisscross pattern, slicing about 1 inch apart without cutting all the way through the bottom crust.
- In a bowl, combine melted butter, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, and a pinch of salt.
- Carefully drizzle the garlic butter mixture evenly into the cracks of the bread.
- Stuff shredded mozzarella and Parmesan cheese generously into the gaps between the slices.
- Wrap the loaf tightly in aluminum foil and place on a baking sheet.
- Bake for about 15 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Unwrap the top of the foil and bake for an additional 5–7 minutes to crisp the crust.
- Remove from oven, sprinkle fresh parsley and optional red pepper flakes on top, and serve warm.
Notes
For an extra cheesy experience, add a mix of cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese. Serve with marinara sauce for dipping.