Cheesy Garlic Stuffed Bread

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5 from 6 votes
Prep: 5 minutes
Cook: 25 minutes
Total: 30 minutes
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Cheesy Garlic Stuffed Bread is the hit of any party. It is the stuff that dreams are made of. This forms the perfect side dish or appetizer to make any day the perfect day.

Cheesy Garlic Stuffed Bread from the top.

This Cheesy Garlic Stuffed Bread makes every day a little better and dinner a wonderful meal. The bread is crispy, the cheese is gooey and the flavor is enticing.

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What We Love About This Stuffed Garlic Bread Recipe

The garlic cheese bread recipe just elevates every meal. It takes it to the next level and truly makes an ordinary pasta meal extra special.

  • 30 Minute Meal: Give a blurb
  • Easy Ingredients: All found in pantry? Only 5 ingredient? Etc..
  • Family Friendly: Why?
  • Adaptable: Can make it low-carb, meat free, dairy free, etc…
  • Makes Great Leftovers: So many things you can do like…
A hand pulling a piece of the bread.

Ingredient Notes for Cheesy Garlic Bread

  1. Butter, melted butter, there is never too much.
  2. Lemon Juice: You need a hit of acid. Fresh is always best.
  3. Dijon mustard: A spicy flavor to the bread.
  4. Seasoning: Garlic Powder, Onion Powder and Celery Salt.
  5. Sourdough bread, a round loaf.
  6. Monterey Jack cheese, thinly sliced or any of your favorite cheeses.

Equipment Needed for Cheesy Bread

How to Make Cheesy Pull Apart Bread

These are the basic steps for making crack bread. Please refer to the recipe card below for more detailed instructions and nutritional information.

Scoring the bread. Cheese and herbs added. Then baked.

STEP 1: COMBINE

First, in a small bowl, combine the first six ingredients; set aside

STEP 2: CUT

Second, cut bread diagonally into 1-in. slices to within 1/2 in. of bottom of loaf of bread. Then repeat cuts in opposite direction. Arrange cheese slices in cuts and then drizzle butter mixture over bread.

STEP 3: BAKE

Finally, seal loaf in foil; place on a baking tray. Bake at 350° for 15 minutes. Uncover; bake 10 minutes longer or until cheese is melted and golden brown. Brush more butter or olive oil on top. Finish with a little black pepper, salt or even chili flakes.

Prep and Storage Tips for Pull Apart Cheesy Bread

HOW TO MAKE THIS RECIPE AHEAD OF TIME

Mix up the sauce and sliced the cheese ahead of time.  Then, right before everyone arrived, slice the bread and assembled everything.  Then it baked to perfection!

HOW TO STORE THIS RECIPE

Store in the fridge in an airtight container.

HOW TO FREEZE THIS RECIPE

This recipe can be frozen in an airtight container or wrapped in foil for up to three months int he freezer.

HOW TO REHEAT THIS RECIPE

Reheat in the toaster oven or oven until warmed through.

Frequently Asked Questions about Bread Stuffed with Cheese

HOW TO MAKE THIS RECIPE HEALTHIER?

Really, this recipe is not for the faint of the heart. However, you can use a low fat or fat free cheese if you prefer. Gluten free bread loaf can also be utilized.

CAN I SUBSTITUTE DIFFERENT CHEESE?

Different cheese or more cheese can be added such as mozzarella cheese, parmesan cheese are wonderful choices.

CAN THIS RECIPE BE DOUBLED OR HALVED?

Of course, make as many as you need for a large family or party.

WHAT TYPE OF BREAD IS BEST FOR THIS PULL APART CHEESY BREAD?

Truly, any bread that you would like would be best such as ciabatta or any other hearty, crusty round bread.

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Expert Tips for Making This Cheesy Garlic Pull Apart Bread Recipe

  • Add Fresh Herbs: For example, fresh parsley or basil or rosemary.
  • Garlic Butter: Forgo the garlic powder and use some cloves garlic to infuse the butter.
  • Sauce: 30 Minute Marinara sauce or Easy Alfredo Sauce can be used for dipping.
  • Alternate cooking method tip: The air fryer is a wonderful way to create this recipe.

What to Serve with Cheesy Garlic Stuffed Bread

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5 from 6 votes

Cheesy Garlic Stuffed Bread

Yield: 6 servings
Prep: 5 minutes
Cook: 25 minutes
Total: 30 minutes
Cheesy Garlic Stuffed Bread is the hit of any party. It is the stuff that dreams are made of. This forms the perfect side dish or appetizer to make any day the perfect day.
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Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup butter, melted
  • 2 Tbsp lemon juice
  • 2 Tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1-1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp celery salt
  • 1 round loaf sourdough bread, 1 pound
  • 1 pound Monterey Jack cheese, thinly sliced

Instructions

  • In a small bowl, combine the first six ingredients; set aside.
  • Cut bread diagonally into 1-in. slices to within 1/2 in. of bottom of loaf. Repeat cuts in opposite direction.
  • Arrange cheese slices in cuts. Drizzle butter mixture over bread.
  • Wrap loaf in foil; place on a baking sheet.
  • Bake at 350° for 15 minutes. Uncover; bake 10 minutes longer or until cheese is melted.

Expert Tips

 
  • Add Fresh Herbs: For example, fresh parsley or basil or rosemary.
  • Garlic Butter: Forgo the garlic powder and use some cloves garlic to infuse the butter.
  • Sauce: 30 Minute Marinara sauce or Easy Alfredo Sauce can be used for dipping.
  • Alternate cooking method tip: The air fryer is a wonderful way to create this recipe.

Estimated Nutritional Information

Calories: 629kcal | Carbohydrates: 41g | Protein: 27g | Fat: 40g | Saturated Fat: 25g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 11g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 108mg | Sodium: 1279mg | Potassium: 171mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 1058IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 612mg | Iron: 4mg
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Author: Christina Hitchcock
Course: Appetizers and Dips
Cuisine: American
Keyword: pull apart bread

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63 thoughts on “Cheesy Garlic Stuffed Bread”

  1. 5 stars
    One of my favorite fall appetizers! I usually add some crumbled bacon, too. The whole loaf is always devoured in minutes. Delicious!

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  4. As I read the string of comments, I count 56 that say sounds or looks good, ONE PERSON who actually MADE it. I am sure such compliments make everyone feel good, but I read comments because too often great looking, great sounding recipes don’t turn out well. I can’t afford to waste money on duds, and I’m not good enough at cooking to fix a bad recipe. C’mon all you great cooks who love posting, return after you make these recipes and let us hear how they work!

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    • Thanks for your comment. I want to let you know that I personally try all of the recipes that I post on my site. If I feel there are things that need to be fixed, I usually note it in the blog post.

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  6. I did try it & it was well received. Next time I will freeze the bread before I cut it & will use less Lemon Juice (probably because it was sourdough?) It was gone in just a few minutes. It turned out nice & crusty but the bread stayed nice & soft. It is a “keeper.”

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  10. That looks so sinful and delectable…

    Thanks for sharing at Creative Juice. Hope to see you back again this week.

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  12. so tasty..it is making my mouth water…and i just finished lunch! thank you for sharing with tuesday night supper club.

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  15. My husband would absolutely love this! Thanks for sharing such a fabulous and simple recipe with the Hearth and Soul Hop.

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  16. The bread looks delicious. I also have a ‘stack’ that I need to delve into, what a perfect excuse – Happy Birthday to you son!

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