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Crispy Cheesy Garlic Pull-Apart Bread

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A quick and easy homemade snack featuring a crusty bread loaf sliced in a crosshatch pattern, filled with garlic butter and a blend of mozzarella and sharp cheddar cheeses, baked to golden, bubbly perfection.

Ingredients

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  • 1 large round loaf of sourdough or crusty bread (about 12 oz / 340 g)
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 4 cloves garlic, finely minced
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (about 4 oz / 115 g)
  • 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese (about 2 oz / 55 g)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped (optional)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil for easy cleanup.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together melted butter and minced garlic. Add a pinch of salt and pepper.
  3. Place the loaf on a cutting board. Using a serrated knife, make diagonal cuts about 1 to 1.5 inches apart, slicing almost all the way through but not cutting the bottom crust. Turn the bread and make diagonal cuts the other way, creating a crosshatch pattern.
  4. Carefully spread the garlic butter mixture between the cuts. Use your fingers or a spoon to work the butter inside as well.
  5. Gently stuff shredded mozzarella and cheddar into the slits, pushing the cheese deep inside.
  6. Place the bread on the prepared baking sheet. Cover loosely with foil to prevent the cheese from browning too fast. Bake for 15 minutes.
  7. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-12 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and the edges of the bread are golden and crispy.
  8. Sprinkle chopped parsley over the top for color and a fresh finish. Serve immediately, warm and ready to pull apart.

Notes

Use a loaf with a firm crust but soft crumb to maintain structure. For a dairy-free version, substitute plant-based butter and cheese. Adjust baking time slightly for different loaf sizes. Cover with foil initially to melt cheese gently, then remove foil to crisp the crust.

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