Cheesy Garlic Crack Bread
A crispy, pull-apart bread loaded with melted cheese, buttery garlic, and fresh herbs, creating a gooey and irresistible crowd-pleasing dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6-8 servings
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- Crusty bread loaf (such as sourdough or boule)
- Unsalted butter
- Garlic
- Mozzarella cheese
- Cheddar cheese
- Fresh parsley
- Green onions (optional)
- Salt
- Black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with foil or parchment paper.
- Using a sharp knife, cut the bread into a crosshatch pattern without slicing all the way through the bottom.
- In a small bowl, mix melted butter with minced garlic, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper.
- Spread the garlic butter mixture into all the cuts of the bread.
- Stuff shredded mozzarella and cheddar cheese into each cut evenly.
- Wrap the bread loosely in foil and place it on the baking sheet. Bake for 15 minutes.
- Unwrap the foil and bake for another 10–15 minutes until the cheese is melted and edges are crispy.
- Remove from the oven, sprinkle with green onions if desired, and serve warm.
Notes
- Use freshly shredded cheese for better melting.
- Add cooked bacon or ham for extra flavor.
- Sprinkle red pepper flakes for a bit of heat.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheat in the oven to maintain crisp texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 360 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 420 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 34 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg
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