Description
Golden, buttery, cheesy, and packed with bold garlic flavor, this Quick Cheesy Garlic Bread is the ultimate side dish or snack. It’s easy to make, irresistibly delicious, and perfect for pairing with soups, pastas, or enjoying on its own.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 loaf of bread (approx. 30cm/12″, French or Italian preferred)
- ½ cup (100g) unsalted butter, softened
- 3 garlic cloves, minced (about 3 tsp)
- ½ tsp salt
- 2–2.5 cups (200–250g) grated mozzarella cheese
- Fresh parsley (optional, finely chopped for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven:
Preheat your oven to 160°C (320°F). This temperature ensures a slow, even crisp without burning the garlic butter. - Prepare the Garlic Butter:
In a small bowl, mix the softened butter, minced garlic, and salt until smooth and well combined. - Slice the Bread:
Take the loaf of bread and cut it in half horizontally. Place both halves on a baking sheet, cut side up. - Spread the Garlic Butter:
Generously spread the garlic butter mixture across the cut sides of the bread, ensuring even coverage for maximum flavor. - Bake the Garlic Bread:
Place the bread in the preheated oven and bake for 20 minutes or until the edges are golden and crispy. - Add the Cheese:
Remove the bread from the oven and increase the temperature to 200°C (390°F). Sprinkle the grated mozzarella cheese evenly over the bread. - Melt and Brown the Cheese:
Return the bread to the oven and bake for an additional 7–10 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted, bubbly, and slightly golden on top. - Garnish and Serve:
Remove the bread from the oven and sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley if desired. Slice into pieces and serve immediately.
Notes
- Use high-quality bread like French baguette or Italian loaf for the best texture.
- Ensure butter is softened for easy spreading.
- Experiment with cheeses like cheddar, parmesan, or gouda for added depth of flavor.
- Adjust the garlic quantity to your taste preference.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 27 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: International