Cheesy, Gooey Garlic Bread: Your New Favorite Recipe
You’ve probably had garlic bread 🍞 🥪 before, but have you ever had garlic bread that tastes like cheesy, gooey heaven?
I think not!
This recipe will provide you with just that, and it only takes a few minutes to make this delicious treat. Follow these steps and you’ll be eating a piece of cheesy, gooey garlic bread in no time!
Preheat your oven
When it comes to making garlic bread, preheating your oven is a crucial step. To make sure that you have your best-possible loaf of garlic bread, be sure that your oven is at least 450 degrees Fahrenheit before you start baking! There’s no need to turn on your broiler; all you need to do is make sure that you allow enough time for preheating.
While it might seem like an inconsequential step, if you want great garlic bread don’t skip out on preheating! This will help ensure that your crust is golden brown and crispy, and will give you optimal tastetaste.
If you want to get really technical, follow these steps: Turn on your oven 15 minutes before cooking and place a thermometer in there so that you can check its temperature every five minutes until it reaches 450 degrees Fahrenheit. Once it reaches 450 F, let it sit for another five minutes before putting in your bread. If your recipe calls for higher temperatures (like 550 F), then feel free to adjust accordingly!
The important thing is to be consistent when you cook—this way, you'll always know what to expect when you pull that delicious bread out of your oven. Just remember to set a timer or note down when you put your bread in so that you can keep track of how long it takes to bake. One last tip: Make sure not to open your oven while your garlic bread is baking.
🪟 Opening up those doors lets heat escape, which means longer wait times for dinner and less-than-crispy results! Also, if you're using frozen bread dough, defrosting it ahead of time helps ensure that it cooks evenly as well as quickly. And now we've arrived at our final step... the fun part! It's time to apply your toppings.
For cheese lovers, sprinkle mozzarella cheese over top of each piece of bread before popping them into the oven. But if you prefer something a little different, try some parmesan cheese instead! For those who love spice, try adding crushed red pepper flakes to your garlic butter for extra kick.
Or throw some fresh herbs into your mix for extra flavor and pizzazz. Be creative with your toppings—the possibilities are endless! Bake 'em up: You're almost done! Pop your garlic bread into the oven and set a timer for 12 minutes.
Check back after 10 minutes to see how they're doing. You should see a golden brown crust forming on top—that's exactly what you want! Keep checking back every two minutes until they reach your desired level of crispiness. Remove from heat and enjoy immediately!
As you can see, garlic bread is the perfect addition to any meal. Even better, it's easy to customize to your taste preferences. Whether you're craving savory or sweet, gooey or crunchy, this easy recipe makes for the perfect side dish. After all, nothing complements a nice big bowl of pasta quite like cheesy garlic bread!
Now that you know the basics of this popular Italian dish, it's time to experiment! Don't forget to share your favorite recipes with us!
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More than just delicious, it's also super easy to make. All you need is a loaf of day-old French bread (or Italian bread), shredded mozzarella cheese, garlic powder and butter.
Spread each slice of bread with a thin layer of butter on both sides. Add garlic powder to taste. Sprinkle one side with mozzarella cheese and put in an oven set to broil on high for 2-3 minutes or until melted. Watch carefully! Remove from oven and repeat with remaining slices of bread.
Serve immediately while still warm as an appetizer or side dish. Alternately, use your favorite kinds of cheese instead of mozzarella such as Swiss or provolone for a more gourmet flavor experience! It’s that simple! And if you want to add a little extra zing, try adding sliced fresh tomatoes or sautéed mushrooms before baking. The possibilities are endless—and so is the cheesy goodness.
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Let the yeast do its magic
After you’ve combined all of your ingredients and kneaded your dough for about five minutes (or less), cover it with a clean kitchen towel and set it aside. Yeast needs to be alone and warm in order to grow. You’ll know your dough is ready when it has doubled in size after about an hour or so.
That means you can start kneading it again and adding in cheese! If you are planning on making garlic bread, add some minced garlic now as well. Just remember that if you add too much garlic, it will overpower your other flavors. It’s best to add just enough to give each bite a hint of garlicky goodness.
Now that you have added any additional ingredients, let your dough rise again until it doubles in size once more—about another hour or two should do it! If at any point during these rising periods your dough seems too dry or sticky, feel free to sprinkle on some flour or water as needed.
The consistency of your dough should be soft but not stick to your hands. If it does, keep working in small amounts of flour until you get it right. Once your dough is nice and fluffy, roll out into a rectangle shape that’s about 1/2-inch thick and place on top of parchment paper or aluminum foil sprayed with nonstick cooking spray. To make garlic bread, spread softened butter over top along with grated Parmesan cheese, then sprinkle chopped parsley over top.
For cheesy garlic bread, spread butter over top followed by shredded mozzarella cheese and then chopped parsley over top before baking for 20-25 minutes at 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Let cool slightly before slicing and serving. Serve with marinara sauce for dipping! Enjoy!
The secret to good garlic bread is letting its star ingredient do what it does best. It's easiest to find yeast near where you find things like sour cream and yogurt, usually in either refrigerated containers or jars marked active dry yeast. Mix 2 teaspoons of active dry yeast with lukewarm water in a bowl; give it 10 minutes to froth up, which means it's growing!
Then mix in 3 cups of flour with salt and sugar before mixing everything together until completely smooth. Finally, knead your dough on floured countertops for 5-10 minutes or until shiny and smooth (just look at how happy those bubbles are!). Cover your dough while waiting for 45-60 minutes while turning it occasionally.
After that, roll out into a large rectangle and then spread butter over top followed by Parmesan cheese. Bake for 20-25 minutes at 350 degrees Fahrenheit until golden brown and delicious! Serve warm with marinara sauce.
This recipe makes two loaves of garlic bread so feel free to cut it in half if you don't need that much. Leftovers can be frozen after cooling down first; just defrost overnight in your fridge before heating back up again or eating cold. Enjoy!
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Mix it up with grated parmesan
Parmesan cheese is an easy way to add a little extra flavor to just about any dish. A sprinkle of grated parmesan over garlic bread brings a delicious Italian twist that's sure to be enjoyed by your dinner guests.
And while you're at it, you can also try topping your garlic bread with smoked paprika and other seasonings like salt and pepper. Cheesy, gooey goodness is just minutes away!
Baking our cheesy garlic bread in a cast iron skillet keeps things simple. Once you've baked up your favorite loaf of sourdough or French bread—you can even use focaccia if that's what you have on hand—you'll need some butter or olive oil for greasing.
Then mix together softened butter and chopped fresh parsley as well as some minced garlic and crushed red pepper flakes for seasoning before spreading them on top of your freshly sliced loaf. Finally, top it all off with handfuls of shredded mozzarella cheese before baking in a preheated 425°F oven until browned to perfection!
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Baking our cheesy garlic bread in a cast iron skillet keeps things simple. Once you've baked up your favorite loaf of sourdough or French bread—you can even use focaccia if that's what you have on hand—you'll need some butter or olive oil for greasing.
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Add in mozzarella and sliced olives
While some pizza places will charge you extra for additional toppings, like cheese and olives, most will happily give them to you on the house.
Ask your local pizza place if they'll include a slice of mozzarella cheese (the melty kind) and a few slices of sliced black olives on your next garlic bread order. If they say no, just add them yourself after you get home with a pair of kitchen shears.
This simple addition takes an ordinary bowl of garlic bread to something really extraordinary. It's also low-carb and great for keto dieters!
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A step by step guide to make delicious garlic bread every time: Making homemade garlic bread is as easy as 1, 2, 3...10!
Get everything together ahead of time so that all you have to do is pop it in the oven when guests arrive or while dinner is in progress. Ready? Here we go!
1. Slice your loaf of Italian bread in half lengthwise and then cut each half into 5 even slices (like a pizza). This will give you 10 pieces total. Set aside and preheat your oven to 350 degrees F.
2. In a small bowl, mix together butter, minced garlic cloves (about 4-5 cloves), minced parsley leaves (about 1 tablespoon), grated Parmesan cheese (about 2 tablespoons) and salt & pepper to taste until well combined.
You can also add any other herbs or spices that you like such as oregano, basil or red pepper flakes for some added flavor. Set aside for now but don't forget about it because we'll be using it soon!
Spread out the dough
After dividing your dough into smaller balls and allowing them to rest for 10 minutes, roll out each piece on a lightly floured surface into a large rectangle that’s about 1/4-inch thick. Feel free to use additional flour if you find it too sticky.
Lay 1 tablespoon of butter over each rectangle and spread with your fingers or a pastry brush. Sprinkle each layer with garlic salt, parsley flakes and black pepper (or other seasonings) as desired. Make sure you get generous coverage of spices on both sides of your dough. Then sprinkle evenly with 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese (divided in half). Use your hands to spread out the cheese evenly over both pieces of dough.
Don’t be afraid to press down firmly—the more layers of cheese you can fit between your dough layers, the better! Roll up each rectangle like a jelly roll, starting at one of the long ends. Pinch together seams to seal tightly and place seam side down on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Repeat with remaining 2 pieces of dough. Allow rolls to rise until doubled in size (about 30 minutes). Brush rolls liberally with melted butter before baking and bake according to recipe instructions below. Serve hot and enjoy! You can store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat gently before serving.
The number of servings will depend on how big you cut your bread sticks but I usually get around 15-20 breadsticks from my recipe.
This is perfect because it usually leaves me with enough leftovers to share with friends and family! Plus, I love knowing that I have fresh garlic bread ready whenever we have a craving without having to go through all of the work again. Cheesy, gooey garlic bread is delicious and super easy when made ahead of time so why not try making some today?
You won't regret it! The best part about these cheesy, gooey garlic bread sticks is that they can be made up to 3 days in advance. I like doing this because it makes entertaining much easier—no one has to wait for their food or miss out on eating while waiting for others! These garlic cheese breadsticks are also great for busy weeknights since they can be baked right before serving and don't require any extra prep time.
Pile on loads of Butter 🧈
Butter is an easy way to add a ton of flavor and richness to your dish. While butter has certainly gotten a bad rap in recent years due to its saturated fat content, it's important to keep in mind that it also contains loads of vitamins and minerals. So use all you want—but don't go overboard.
Aim for one tablespoon per cup of flour and omit any additional fats like oils or sugar. Make sure your oven is hot enough: The best breads are baked at high temperatures, which means you need to get your oven as hot as possible before baking.
Preheat it for at least 15 minutes before baking (or if using a convection oven, preheat even longer). If you're using a pizza stone (highly recommended), make sure it's nice and hot too! Most stones should be heated up on top of the stove over medium heat for about 20 minutes before baking. Once they're hot enough, transfer them into your oven while it preheats.
Butter is an easy way to add a ton of flavor and richness to your dish. While butter has certainly gotten a bad rap in recent years due to its saturated fat content, it's important to keep in mind that it also contains loads of vitamins and minerals. So use all you want—but don't go overboard. Aim for one tablespoon per cup of flour and omit any additional fats like oils or sugar.
Make sure your oven is hot enough: The best breads are baked at high temperatures, which means you need to get your oven as hot as possible before baking. Preheat it for at least 15 minutes before baking (or if using a convection oven, preheat even longer). If you're using a pizza stone (highly recommended), make sure it's nice and hot too! Most stones should be heated up on top of the stove over medium heat for about 20 minutes before baking.
Once they're hot enough, transfer them into your oven while it preheats. Do not open your oven door during cooking: As tempting as it may be to check on your garlic bread halfway through cooking, resist! Opening the door will cool down your kitchen and prevent proper browning.
If you absolutely must check, crack open just a corner of the door to see how things are going without letting out all of that hot air. Bake until golden brown: Baking time will vary depending on what kind of loaf pan you're using, but start checking after about 10 minutes have passed. Pull out some slices with tongs every couple minutes until everything looks golden brown and delicious.
Transfer immediately onto wire racks when done so they can cool off quickly; leave in pans for too long and moisture from condensation will soften up those crispy edges we've been working so hard for! As tempting as it may be to check on your garlic bread halfway through cooking, resist! Opening the door will cool down your kitchen and prevent proper browning.
If you absolutely must check, crack open just a corner of the door to see how things are going without letting out all of that hot air.Baking time will vary depending on what kind of loaf pan you're using, but start checking after about 10 minutes have passed. Pull out some slices with tongs every couple minutes until everything looks golden brown and delicious.
Transfer immediately onto wire racks when done so they can cool off quickly; leave in pans for too long and moisture from condensation will soften up those crispy edges we've been working so hard for! Keep 'em coming: Leftover garlic bread makes for killer sandwiches. Or turn it into bruschetta by topping it with tomatoes, basil leaves, and a drizzle of olive oil.
And if you want something more decadent, try making French toast with leftover pieces! Leftover garlic bread makes for killer sandwiches. Or turn it into bruschetta by topping it with tomatoes, basil leaves, and a drizzle of olive oil.
Sprinkle on plenty of garlic powder
You can also add a small amount of butter to give it some added flavor. When you spread garlic powder on your bread before baking it, don’t go overboard—you want just enough to give you that garlic-y taste.
You can always sprinkle on more once your garlic bread is done cooking. If you’re using fresh garlic instead of powder, remember that a little goes a long way. For example, just one clove is all you need for 1/2 of an 8-inch loaf of bread. Too much and your bread will have a bit of an overpowering taste! Just make sure you don’t leave out any cloves if you’re going with fresh garlic. That could lead to some unwanted side effects... we’ll let you use your imagination. Just kidding (sort of).
Remember that garlic burns easily when baked, so take care not to overcook it or your bread will end up tasting like burnt toast. Keep a close eye on it during its last few minutes in the oven and pull it out as soon as it starts turning golden brown (which means delicious!). While baking time varies depending on how thick your slices are, in general most loaves take about 15 minutes at 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
Letting it cool for about 10 minutes before slicing helps keep everything together nicely too! We recommend serving your cheesy garlic bread with a nice bowl of marinara sauce for dipping. Or, if you’re feeling adventurous, try making some mozzarella sticks by slicing off pieces of cheese and wrapping them around a slice of freshly cooked garlic bread.
And if you really want to kick things up a notch, consider adding sliced tomatoes or spinach leaves after it comes out of the oven! There are tons of possibilities when it comes to these garlicky treats—just be sure to choose ones that won't send your calorie count through the roof!
Once you get used to having homemade versions rather than store-bought ones, we think you'll never look back! And now that you know how easy it is to whip up your own cheesy garlic bread, why not try doing something similar with other recipes?
Think about what foods you love and see if there's a way to create new dishes based on those flavors. Cooking is an art form, after all!
The more creative you are with your ingredients, the tastier (and healthier) results you'll get. But first things first: It's time to bake yourself some gooey garlic bread! Grab those ingredients and start whipping up some deliciously decadent dinner rolls tonight!
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Bake your cheesy goodness
Step 1 of cheesy garlic bread is to bake it! Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. You’ll want to use a baking sheet for best results—don’t try to cook it in a hot pot on top of your stove (as delicious as that may sound).
Once you have your oven preheated, carefully slice off some thick chunks of Italian bread. Use enough slices so that you have a few extra. Add a few teaspoons of butter and drizzle it with olive oil. Add salt and pepper and lay out your fresh slices in rows on your baking sheet(s).
In a bowl mix together 1⁄3 cup grated parmesan cheese, 3 cloves minced garlic and 2 tablespoons softened butter. Mix well. Spread evenly over each piece of bread. Bake in your preheated oven for 10 minutes or until golden brown. Allow to cool slightly before serving, but serve while still warm! Enjoy!
There are many variations of ingredients you can add to give your garlic bread added flavor. Cheese is often a go-to, but feel free to experiment with toppings like bacon bits, dried herbs or even crushed red pepper flakes if you like spicy food!
If you’re going dairy-free, simply substitute non-dairy alternatives instead such as vegan cheese. If using vegan cheese, skip steps 3 and 4 since their melt isn't quite right without dairy. You can also use gluten-free bread for those who need it.
The possibilities are endless! I hope you enjoy my cheesy garlic bread recipe. Be sure to share it with your friends on social media and tag me in any pictures you take of it so that I can see how they turned out! Bon appetit! Create an entire post based off of 5 different ways to cook a potato (using step by step instructions).
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