Garlic Bread Mozzarella (Printable Version)
Crispy garlic bread with melted mozzarella and fresh herbs, perfect for a savory snack or side.
# What You Need:
→ Bread
01 - 1 large French baguette or Italian bread loaf
→ Garlic Butter
02 - 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
03 - 3 cloves garlic, finely minced
04 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
05 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
06 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
→ Cheese Topping
07 - 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
08 - 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
# How to Make It:
01 - Set oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Slice the baguette lengthwise, then cut into 6 equal pieces.
03 - Combine softened butter, minced garlic, parsley, salt, and pepper in a bowl until smooth.
04 - Spread the prepared garlic butter evenly over each bread slice.
05 - Generously sprinkle shredded mozzarella over the buttered bread, adding Parmesan if desired.
06 - Place bread slices on the lined baking sheet in a single layer.
07 - Bake for 10 to 12 minutes or until cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
08 - Broil for 1 to 2 minutes to achieve a crispier top, monitoring closely.
09 - Remove from oven, allow to cool briefly, and serve warm.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- It comes together in minutes and tastes better than anything you can buy pre-made.
- The garlic butter soaks into the bread while the cheese gets crispy and golden on top.
- It pairs with pasta, soup, salad, or works perfectly on its own as a snack.
02 -
- If your butter is too cold, it wont spread evenly and youll end up with clumps of garlic instead of a smooth coating.
- Dont skip the broiling step if you want that golden, crispy top, just keep the oven door cracked and watch it the whole time.
03 -
- Use a serrated knife to slice the bread so you dont crush the loaf.
- Let the butter sit at room temperature for at least 30 minutes before mixing, it makes everything easier.
- If youre feeding a crowd, double the recipe and use two baking sheets.