Description
This irresistible Pull Apart Garlic Bread Recipe combines a crispy crust with rich, savory flavors that make it the ideal addition to any gathering. Perfect for casual dinners, holiday celebrations, or simply enhancing your weeknight meals, this shareable bread brings a fun twist to traditional garlic bread. Each piece bursts with garlicky goodness and is perfect for dipping or enjoying on its own. With easy-to-follow instructions and customizable options, you’ll find this recipe quickly becomes a favorite at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large round loaf of crusty bread (sourdough recommended)
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 8 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh chives, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Optional: 1 cup shredded mozzarella or parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine softened butter, garlic, parsley, chives, salt, and pepper until well mixed.
- Cut the crusty loaf diagonally about an inch apart without cutting through the bottom.
- Rotate the loaf and create a crosshatch pattern.
- Spread the garlic butter mixture between each cut; add cheese if desired.
- Wrap in aluminum foil with the top slightly open and place on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 15–20 minutes; then unwrap and bake for an additional 5–10 minutes until golden brown.
- Let cool slightly before serving warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (50g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg