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Warm, cheesy and buttery, this pull-apart bread is the ultimate shareable side dish!

There’s nothing better than warm, cheesy pull-apart garlic bread to share with family and friends. What makes this recipe even better? It can be made ahead of time! Assemble the loaf, freeze it, and bake fresh whenever you need it. Whether it’s for pasta night, a barbecue, or a comforting side dish, this cheesy, buttery sourdough loaf is pure comfort food that’s quick and easy to prepare.

Cheesy Pull Apart Garlic Bread

Can I use pre-grated cheese?

Freshly grated cheese melts better and gives a creamier texture, but pre-grated works in a pinch!

What if I don’t have sourdough?

Any dense, crusty loaf like pane di casa or ciabatta will work beautifully.

Can I use salted butter?

Yes, just reduce the added sea salt to avoid an overly salty flavour.

Can I freeze the garlic bread after baking?

It’s best frozen before baking for the freshest texture, but leftover baked bread can also be frozen and reheated.

Cheesy Pull Apart Garlic Bread

Cheesy Pull-apart Garlic Bread

Author: Nicole
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Warm, Cheesy Pull-apart Garlic Bread with a crispy crust and buttery garlic flavour. Ready in under 40 minutes or prep ahead for convenience!
Prep 10 minutes
Cook 28 minutes
Total 38 minutes
Servings: 8

Ingredients

  • 120 g (4¼ oz) unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 tbsp finely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
  • 1 tsp freshly minced garlic
  • 1 tsp sea salt flakes
  • ¼ tsp freshly cracked black pepper
  • 1 sourdough loaf or thick pane di casa
  • 225 g (1½ cups) freshly grated mozzarella

Instructions

  • Make the garlic butter – Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F) (180°C/350°F fan-forced).
  • Combine the butter with the parsley, garlic, salt and pepper in a medium bowl. Set aside.
  • Score the bread loaf – Score the bread on an angle into diamonds (see photo), taking care not to cut all the way through.
  • Drizzle the garlic butter onto the bread – Use a spoon to drizzle the butter mixture into all of the crevices and then stuff with the mozzarella. It doesn’t need to be perfectly distributed – the more rustic, the better!
  • Bake – Wrap the bread in a large sheet of foil, place on an oven-safe baking tray and bake for 20 minutes. Remove the foil from the top of the bread and bake for a further 8 minutes or until the cheese has melted and the top is crispy and golden.
  • Serve – Serve for everyone to tear and share!

Nutrition information

Nutrition Facts
Cheesy Pull-apart Garlic Bread
Amount per Serving
Calories
347
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
20
g
31
%
Saturated Fat
 
12
g
75
%
Trans Fat
 
0.5
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
1
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
5
g
Cholesterol
 
54
mg
18
%
Sodium
 
815
mg
35
%
Potassium
 
101
mg
3
%
Carbohydrates
 
30
g
10
%
Fiber
 
1
g
4
%
Sugar
 
3
g
3
%
Protein
 
13
g
26
%
Vitamin A
 
679
IU
14
%
Vitamin C
 
2
mg
2
%
Calcium
 
178
mg
18
%
Iron
 
2
mg
11
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Disclaimer re gluten-free and dairy-free recipes

Recipe notes

MAKE AHEAD

Cheesy Pull-apart Garlic Bread is perfect for making ahead of time, ready for when you need it! Prepare the loaf as per the recipe, wrap in foil and freeze for up to 2 months. Bake from frozen by adding an additional 20–25 minutes of cooking time or thaw overnight in the fridge and bake as per the recipe.

LEFTOVERS

Cheesy Pull-apart Garlic Bread is best made and eaten immediately, but don’t let those leftovers go to waste! Simply store the leftovers in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 2 days. Reheat in the microwave – the crust will remain quite crispy.

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Course Appetisers, bread, entertaining, Sides, Snack
Cuisine American, Comfort Food, Italian