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 ⭐
- Bread: French or Italian bread works best.
- Butter: Use softened butter so it spreads easily.
- Garlic: Fresh garlic gives the best flavor.
- Parsley: Adds fresh flavor and color.
- Salt & Pepper: Season the garlic butter.
- Mozzarella: Gives you that gooey, cheesy topping.
- Parmesan: Adds salty, cheesy flavor.
Be sure to check out the full recipe and ingredient list below
How to Make Cheesy Garlic Bread
Make the Garlic Butter: Mix the softened butter, garlic, parsley, salt, and pepper.
Prepare the Bread: Slice the bread in half lengthwise and place it on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Add the Toppings: Spread the garlic butter over the bread, then top with mozzarella and Parmesan.
Bake: Bake at 375°F for 10–15 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Slice and Serve: Cool slightly, then slice and serve with marinara if desired.
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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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.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
8Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 333Total Fat: 17gSaturated Fat: 9gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 41mgSodium: 653mgCarbohydrates: 34gFiber: 2gSugar: 3gProtein: 11g
