Crusty Stuffed Garlic Bread
This crusty garlic bread is stuffed with melted mozzarella and Parmesan cheese, infused with garlic herb butter, and baked to golden perfection for a gooey, shareable appetizer.
Equipment
- 1 serrated knife
- 1 pastry brush optional
- 1 aluminum foil
- 1 oven
- 1 small mixing bowl
Ingredients
- 1 large round loaf of sourdough or boule bread
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Combine melted butter, minced garlic, chopped parsley, dried oregano, red pepper flakes, and salt in a small bowl.
- Place the loaf on a large piece of aluminum foil.
- Cut the bread in a crisscross pattern about 1 inch apart, cutting deep but not through the bottom crust.
- Drizzle the garlic butter mixture into all the cuts using a pastry brush or spoon.
- Stuff the shredded mozzarella and Parmesan cheese into the cuts and sprinkle some on top.
- Wrap the bread tightly in the aluminum foil to keep it moist while baking.
- Bake wrapped for 15-20 minutes, then unwrap and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Carefully remove foil, let the bread cool slightly, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve warm.
Notes
- Use fresh herbs like thyme or basil for extra flavor.
- Serve warm for best gooey texture.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container and reheat in the oven.