This Super Tasty Cheesy Garlic Bread takes the classic garlic bread to the next level with rich garlic confit, gooey mozzarella, sharp pecorino romano, and a hint of sweetness from honey. With its perfect balance of cheesy, garlicky goodness, and a touch of spice, this garlic bread is sure to be the star of your meal. Whether served as a side for pasta dishes or enjoyed on its own, this decadent bread is incredibly satisfying and simple to make.
Ingredients
- 250g salted butter
- 24-30 garlic confit cloves (soft, slow-cooked garlic)
- 1 tbsp garlic confit olive oil
- 1 large handful fresh parsley, finely chopped (plus extra to serve)
- 1 cup pecorino romano, grated (plus extra to serve)
- 50g mozzarella, shredded
- 1 ciabatta loaf, cut in half lengthways
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp chili flakes
Instructions
- Prepare the Garlic Butter:
- In a bowl, mash the garlic confit cloves with a fork until smooth.
- Mix in the softened salted butter, garlic confit olive oil, chopped parsley, pecorino romano, mozzarella, honey, and chili flakes.
- Stir until well combined and a spreadable consistency is achieved.
- Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare the Bread:
- Cut the ciabatta loaf in half lengthways and place it on a baking sheet, cut side up.
- Spread the garlic butter mixture generously over each half of the ciabatta, making sure the butter covers all corners of the bread.
- Bake the Bread:
- Place the ciabatta halves in the preheated oven and bake for about 10-12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbling, and the edges of the bread are golden and crispy.
- Finish and Serve:
- Remove the bread from the oven and sprinkle extra pecorino romano and fresh parsley on top.
- Slice into pieces and serve immediately while warm and gooey.
Conclusion
This Super Tasty Cheesy Garlic Bread is the ultimate comfort food. The creamy garlic butter combined with melted mozzarella and sharp pecorino creates a flavor-packed bread that’s perfect for any meal. The addition of honey and chili flakes gives it a delicious twist, balancing sweetness with a hint of heat. Serve it as an indulgent side or a standalone snack, and watch it disappear in minutes!
Super Tasty Cheesy Garlic Bread
Ingredients
- 250 g salted butter
- 24-30 garlic confit cloves soft, slow-cooked garlic
- 1 tbsp garlic confit olive oil
- 1 large handful fresh parsley finely chopped (plus extra to serve)
- 1 cup pecorino romano grated (plus extra to serve)
- 50 g mozzarella shredded
- 1 ciabatta loaf cut in half lengthways
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp chili flakes
Instructions
Prepare the Garlic Butter:
- In a bowl, mash the garlic confit cloves with a fork until smooth.
- Mix in the softened salted butter, garlic confit olive oil, chopped parsley, pecorino romano, mozzarella, honey, and chili flakes.
- Stir until well combined and a spreadable consistency is achieved.
Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Prepare the Bread:
- Cut the ciabatta loaf in half lengthways and place it on a baking sheet, cut side up.
- Spread the garlic butter mixture generously over each half of the ciabatta, making sure the butter covers all corners of the bread.
Bake the Bread:
- Place the ciabatta halves in the preheated oven and bake for about 10-12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbling, and the edges of the bread are golden and crispy.
Finish and Serve:
- Remove the bread from the oven and sprinkle extra pecorino romano and fresh parsley on top.
- Slice into pieces and serve immediately while warm and gooey.