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Cheesy Garlic Pull-Apart Bread Recipe Easy Homemade Snack with Marinara Bliss

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A quick and easy cheesy garlic pull-apart bread with a buttery garlic cheese filling and a flavorful marinara dipping sauce. Perfect for gatherings or a cozy snack.

Ingredients

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  • 1 large round loaf of sourdough or Italian bread (about 12 inches diameter)
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (low-moisture preferred)
  • 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup marinara sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Fresh basil leaves, roughly torn (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line your baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease your cast iron skillet.
  2. Using a sharp serrated knife, carefully score the bread in a crosshatch pattern about 3/4 inch deep, creating cubes but do not cut all the way through.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine softened butter, minced garlic, parsley, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix until evenly blended and fragrant.
  4. Gently stuff the garlic butter mixture between the cuts in the bread, covering as many cubes as possible using fingers or a small spatula.
  5. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella and cheddar cheese generously between the slices, pressing slightly so it melts into the bread.
  6. Wrap the entire loaf loosely in aluminum foil and place on the baking sheet or skillet. Bake for 15 minutes.
  7. Unwrap the foil and bake for another 10-15 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and the top is golden brown.
  8. While the bread bakes, gently heat the marinara sauce on low in a saucepan. Stir in red pepper flakes if using, and keep warm.
  9. Remove the bread from the oven, let it cool for 5 minutes, then transfer to a serving board. Garnish the marinara with fresh basil leaves and serve alongside for dipping.

Notes

Use a sturdy round loaf like sourdough or Italian bread for best results. Soften butter before mixing for easy spreading. Wrap bread in foil for the first part of baking to melt cheese gently and avoid sogginess. Unwrap near the end to crisp the crust. Avoid overstuffing with butter or cheese to prevent soggy bread. Reheat leftovers in the oven at 350°F for 10 minutes to maintain texture.

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Keywords: cheesy garlic bread, pull-apart bread, marinara dip, easy snack, party appetizer, garlic butter bread

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