Description
This Cheesy Pull-Apart Bread recipe transforms a simple round loaf into a delicious, gooey crowd-pleaser. With layers of melted mozzarella cheese, garlic butter, and fresh parsley, it’s perfect as an appetizer or a savory snack. The bread is sliced in a grid pattern, stuffed with cheese, and baked until golden and crispy, making it irresistibly cheesy and flavorful.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 1 round bread loaf (about 10 inches diameter)
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) to ensure it reaches the ideal temperature for evenly melting the cheese and toasting the bread.
- Slice the Bread: Take the round bread loaf and make cuts in a grid pattern across the top, making sure not to slice all the way through the bottom crust. This lets the bread stay intact while allowing the cheese to melt throughout.
- Stuff with Cheese: Carefully wedge shredded mozzarella cheese deeply into each cut of the bread, distributing it evenly so every piece will have plenty of gooey cheese when baked.
- Prepare Garlic Butter: Melt the butter in a small saucepan or microwave with the minced garlic until fragrant. Brush this garlic butter generously over the entire top of the bread, making sure to get it into the cracks and on the crust for extra flavor and crispness.
- Add Parsley: Sprinkle freshly chopped parsley over the top of the bread to add a fresh, herby note that complements the cheese and garlic.
- Bake: Place the prepared bread on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes. The cheese should be thoroughly melted and the crust crisp and golden brown.
- Serve Hot: Remove from the oven and serve immediately while the cheese is warm and stretchy for the best gooey pull-apart experience.
Notes
- Make sure not to cut all the way through the bread; leave the bottom intact to maintain the loaf’s shape.
- For extra flavor, you can mix some grated Parmesan cheese with the mozzarella.
- Use fresh garlic for best flavor, but garlic powder can be substituted if needed.
- Serve with marinara sauce or a dipping sauce of your choice for added taste.
- Use day-old or slightly stale bread to ensure it holds up well to the slicing and baking process.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: cheesy pull-apart bread, mozzarella bread, baked cheese bread, garlic butter bread, party appetizer
