Cheesy Pull-Apart Garlic Bread – Easy Party Appetizer Recipe
Cheesy pull-apart garlic bread is the ultimate comfort food! Fresh bread is stuffed with melted mozzarella, brushed with garlic butter, and baked until golden and irresistible. Perfect for parties, potlucks, or serving alongside pasta and soups.
Equipment
- Serrated knife
- Mixing bowl
- Saucepan
- Pastry brush
- Baking sheet
- Aluminum foil
Ingredients
- 1 round sourdough or boule loaf
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
- Salt & pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare Bread: Using a serrated knife, cut the loaf in a crosshatch pattern into diamonds, without slicing all the way through.
- Make Garlic Butter: Melt butter in a saucepan. Stir in garlic, parsley, salt, and pepper.
- Fill Bread: Brush garlic butter into the cracks. Stuff shredded mozzarella (and Parmesan if using) into the cuts.
- Wrap & Bake: Wrap loaf in foil and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 20 minutes.
- Crisp Exterior: Unwrap foil and bake for an additional 5 minutes until crust is golden and cheese is gooey.
- Serve: Place on a platter and let guests pull apart pieces.
Notes
- Use sourdough or boule bread for best structure.
- Wrap in foil first to keep bread moist, then uncover for crispness.
- Freshly grated cheese melts better than pre-shredded.
- Add jalapeños, bacon, or herbs for creative twists.
- Serve hot for maximum gooeyness.