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From Scratch Cheesy Garlic Pull-Apart Bread

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Soft, fluffy homemade pull-apart bread layered with rich garlic butter and melted mozzarella and cheddar cheese. Baked until golden brown, each tender layer peels away effortlessly, making it perfect as an appetizer, side dish, or savory snack.

  • Author: Sophia
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 50 minutes
  • Total Time: 3 hours 20 minutes
  • Yield: 12 pieces
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • 2 ¼ cups (281 g) all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons instant yeast
  • 1 ½ teaspoons kosher salt
  • ¾ cup (184 g) whole milk, warmed to 105°F–115°F
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
  • ½ cup (113 g) unsalted butter, softened (for filling)
  • 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped (plus extra for garnish)
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt (for filling)
  • 1 cup (113 g) mozzarella cheese, shredded
  • ½ cup (56 g) sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted (for topping)
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with a dough hook, combine flour, sugar, yeast, and salt.
  2. With mixer on low speed, add warm milk and softened butter. Mix until combined, then increase to medium speed and knead 5–6 minutes until smooth and elastic. Adjust with small amounts of milk or flour if needed.
  3. Transfer dough to a lightly greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for about 1 hour 30 minutes, or until doubled in size.
  4. Mix softened butter, minced garlic, parsley, and salt for the filling. In a separate bowl, combine mozzarella and cheddar cheese.
  5. Spray an 8½ x 4½-inch loaf pan with nonstick spray. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  6. Punch down risen dough and divide into 12 equal portions. Flatten each into a 4-inch round disc and place on the prepared baking sheet.
  7. Spread garlic butter over each disc and sprinkle evenly with cheese mixture.
  8. Create two stacks of six discs and place them horizontally into the loaf pan, slightly separating layers. Cover and let rise 45 minutes until nearly doubled.
  9. Preheat oven to 325°F.
  10. Bake 45–50 minutes until golden brown. Loosely cover with foil if browning too quickly.
  11. Remove from oven, cool slightly, brush with melted butter, sprinkle with salt, and garnish with parsley before serving.

Notes

  • Increase garlic to 1½ tablespoons for stronger flavor.
  • Substitute Monterey Jack, Colby Jack, or gouda for a different cheese profile.
  • Add rosemary or thyme to the butter mixture for an herby twist.
  • Sprinkle crushed red pepper flakes for a subtle heat.
  • Store at room temperature up to 2 days or refrigerate up to 4 days.
  • Freeze tightly wrapped for up to 2 months and reheat before serving.

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