Crispy, buttery, and loaded with melty cheese, this cheesy garlic bread is the perfect side dish for pasta, soups, and hearty dinners. Ready in under 25 minutes!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30minutes
- Yield: 4–6 servings 1x
Ingredients
Scale
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1 French or Italian loaf
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1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
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3–4 garlic cloves, minced
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2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
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1/4 tsp salt
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Pinch of black pepper
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1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella
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2–3 tbsp grated Parmesan
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Optional: olive oil, red pepper flakes
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
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Mix softened butter, garlic, parsley, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
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Slice bread in half lengthwise. Spread garlic butter on both halves.
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Top with mozzarella and Parmesan.
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Bake for 10–12 minutes until cheese is bubbly. Broil 1–2 minutes for browning.
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Let cool briefly, then slice and serve hot.