Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, activate 2 teaspoons of fresh yeast in 1 cup of warm water (35–38°C) with 1 teaspoon of sugar. Let it sit for about 5–10 minutes, until foamy.
- In a separate bowl, combine 3 cups of all-purpose flour and 1 teaspoon of salt. Slowly mix in the yeast mixture and 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Knead the dough for about 8-10 minutes, until smooth and elastic.
- Once your dough is kneaded, place it in a lightly oiled bowl, covering it with a damp cloth. Let it rise in a warm area for 60–90 minutes, or until it doubles in size.
- While the dough is rising, finely chop 2 small bulbs of garlic. In a medium bowl, mix the chopped garlic with 100g of softened butter, 2 tablespoons of grated Parmesan, and 2 tablespoons of finely chopped fresh parsley.
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Once the dough has risen, turn it out onto a floured surface and roll it into a rectangle about 1/2 inch thick. Spread an even layer of garlic butter over the dough, then sprinkle 200g of grated mozzarella cheese on top.
- Cut the dough into squares using a sharp knife or pizza cutter, stack them loosely in a greased loaf pan, or arrange them for a pull-apart effect on a baking sheet.
- Cover the assembled Cheesy Pull-Apart Garlic Bread with a towel and allow it to rise for an additional 25–30 minutes.
- Transfer the loaf pan to the preheated oven and bake for 25–30 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and cheese is bubbling.
- Once baked, you can brush the top with any remaining melted garlic butter and a sprinkle of fresh parsley. Let the Cheesy Pull-Apart Garlic Bread rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
Notes
Store leftover Cheesy Pull-Apart Garlic Bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. It can be refrigerated for up to 5 days or frozen for up to 2 months.
