Cheesy Garlic Bread is made with crusty French bread covered in homemade garlic butter, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheese, then baked until golden and bubbly. It’s an easy side dish or appetizer that takes just 25 minutes to make.
This is one of those simple recipes I can make when dinner needs a little something extra. The buttery garlic bread and gooey melted cheese work especially well with pasta, soup, or anything with plenty of sauce for dipping.
Why I Love Cheesy Garlic Bread
About the Ingredients ⭐
- French Bread: A French or Italian loaf works well. I like a sturdy loaf that can hold plenty of garlic butter and cheese.
- Butter: Use softened butter so it spreads evenly over the bread.
- Garlic: Fresh minced garlic gives the bread lots of flavor, or use my Garlic Confit for a softer, richer garlic flavor.
- Fresh Parsley: Adds a little freshness and color to the garlic butter.
- Salt & Pepper: Simple seasonings that bring out the garlic and butter flavors.
- Mozzarella Cheese: Melts beautifully and gives the bread that gooey, cheesy topping.
- Parmesan Cheese: Adds a salty, savory flavor that pairs perfectly with the mozzarella.
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How to Make Cheesy Garlic Bread
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the butter, garlic, parsley, salt, and black pepper until well mixed.
- Slice the French bread in half lengthwise and place both halves on the prepared baking sheet.
- Spread the garlic butter mixture evenly over the cut sides of the bread.
- Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the buttered bread, followed by the shredded parmesan cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the bread is toasted to your liking.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before slicing into pieces.
- Serve with warmed marinara sauce if desired. Enjoy!
Tips I Found Helpful 💙
- Use softened butter. It spreads easily without tearing the bread.
- Spread the garlic butter all the way to the edges. This gives every bite plenty of garlic flavor.
- Shred your own cheese. It melts smoother and gives you that gooey, cheesy topping.
- Watch it near the end. The cheese can go from perfectly golden to too brown quickly.
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What I Love Serve With Cheesy Garlic Bread
Cheesy Garlic Bread
Cheesy Garlic Bread topped with homemade garlic butter, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheese.
Ingredients
- 1 French bread loaf, or Italian loaf
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the butter, garlic, parsley, salt, and black pepper until well mixed.
- Slice the French bread in half lengthwise and place both halves on the prepared baking sheet.
- Spread the garlic butter mixture evenly over the cut sides of the bread.
- Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the buttered bread, followed by the shredded parmesan cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the bread is toasted to your liking.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before slicing into pieces.
- Serve with warmed marinara sauce if desired. Enjoy!
Notes
Use softened butter so the garlic mixture spreads easily. Spread it all the way to the edges of the bread, then top evenly with cheese. Watch closely near the end of baking so the cheese becomes golden without burning.
