CategoryAppetizers, Bites/Snacks, Vegetarian
Cheesy Pull-Apart Bread is a warm and indulgent appetizer featuring a crispy, golden loaf filled with gooey melted cheese, garlic butter, and fresh herbs. It’s perfect for sharing at parties, game nights, or alongside soups and pasta.
For the Bread
1 round or oval sourdough or Italian loaf (unsliced)
½ cup unsalted butter (melted)
3 cloves garlic (minced)
1 tsp Italian seasoning
½ tsp salt
¼ tsp black pepper
2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or a mix)
¼ cup fresh parsley (chopped)
½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional for spice)
For Dipping (Optional)
Marinara sauce
Ranch dressing
Prepare the Bread
1
- Preheat Oven:
- Set the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Slice the Bread:
- Place the loaf on a cutting board. Using a sharp knife, make diagonal cuts about 1 inch apart, but do not cut all the way through the bottom. Repeat in the opposite direction to create a crosshatch pattern.
Make the Garlic Butter Mixture
2
- Melt the Butter:
- In a small bowl, mix the melted butter with minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using).
- Brush Between Slices:
- Use a spoon or pastry brush to drizzle the garlic butter mixture into the crevices of the bread.
Add the Cheese
3
- Stuff with Cheese:
- Tuck shredded cheese into the slices of the bread, making sure to distribute it evenly.
- Wrap in Foil:
- Place the loaf on a baking sheet and loosely wrap it in foil to prevent burning.
Bake
4
- Bake Until Melty:
- Bake for 15 minutes in the preheated oven.
- Unwrap and Crisp Up:
- Remove the foil and bake for another 5-10 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted and the bread is crispy.
Serving Suggestions
5
- Garnish:
- Sprinkle fresh parsley over the top.
- Serve with Dipping Sauces:
- Pair with warm marinara sauce or ranch dressing for extra flavor.
Pro Tips
6
- Extra Crispy Bread: Brush the crust with additional butter before baking.
- Make Ahead: Assemble the bread a few hours in advance and refrigerate until ready to bake.
- Custom Fillings: Add crumbled bacon, caramelized onions, or sun-dried tomatoes for extra flavor.
Ingredients
For the Bread
1 round or oval sourdough or Italian loaf (unsliced)
½ cup unsalted butter (melted)
3 cloves garlic (minced)
1 tsp Italian seasoning
½ tsp salt
¼ tsp black pepper
2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or a mix)
¼ cup fresh parsley (chopped)
½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional for spice)
For Dipping (Optional)
Marinara sauce
Ranch dressing
Directions
Prepare the Bread
1
- Preheat Oven:
- Set the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Slice the Bread:
- Place the loaf on a cutting board. Using a sharp knife, make diagonal cuts about 1 inch apart, but do not cut all the way through the bottom. Repeat in the opposite direction to create a crosshatch pattern.
Make the Garlic Butter Mixture
2
- Melt the Butter:
- In a small bowl, mix the melted butter with minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using).
- Brush Between Slices:
- Use a spoon or pastry brush to drizzle the garlic butter mixture into the crevices of the bread.
Add the Cheese
3
- Stuff with Cheese:
- Tuck shredded cheese into the slices of the bread, making sure to distribute it evenly.
- Wrap in Foil:
- Place the loaf on a baking sheet and loosely wrap it in foil to prevent burning.
Bake
4
- Bake Until Melty:
- Bake for 15 minutes in the preheated oven.
- Unwrap and Crisp Up:
- Remove the foil and bake for another 5-10 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted and the bread is crispy.
Serving Suggestions
5
- Garnish:
- Sprinkle fresh parsley over the top.
- Serve with Dipping Sauces:
- Pair with warm marinara sauce or ranch dressing for extra flavor.
Pro Tips
6
- Extra Crispy Bread: Brush the crust with additional butter before baking.
- Make Ahead: Assemble the bread a few hours in advance and refrigerate until ready to bake.
- Custom Fillings: Add crumbled bacon, caramelized onions, or sun-dried tomatoes for extra flavor.
Notes
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