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Cheesy Pull-Apart Garlic Bread

Cheesy Pull-Apart Garlic Bread That Everyone Will Love

This Cheesy Pull-Apart Garlic Bread is a delightful, gooey comfort food perfect for sharing.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Rising Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 8 pieces
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 3 cups All-Purpose Flour Substitute with gluten-free flour for GF option
  • 2 teaspoons Fresh Yeast Active dry yeast can be substituted
  • 1 teaspoon Sugar Can be omitted if preferred
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Essential for taste
  • 1 cup Warm Water (35–38°C) Too hot kills yeast, too cold slows activation
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Unsalted butter may be used instead
For the Garlic Butter
  • 2 small bulbs Garlic Roasted garlic can be used for a sweeter profile
  • 100 grams Butter Softened
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley Can be substituted with dried parsley
  • 2 tablespoons Grated Parmesan Adds depth and umami flavor
  • Black Pepper Optional but recommended to taste
For the Cheese Filling
  • 200 grams Grated Mozzarella Low-moisture mozzarella is recommended

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Loaf pan
  • Oven
  • Measuring Cups
  • Measuring Spoons
  • Sharp knife
  • Pizza Cutter

Method
 

Instructions
  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. 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.
  4. 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.
  5. 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.
  6. 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.
  7. Cover the assembled Cheesy Pull-Apart Garlic Bread with a towel and allow it to rise for an additional 25–30 minutes.
  8. 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.
  9. 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

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

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.

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