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Cheesy Garlic Bliss Pull-Apart Bread Recipe

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This Cheesy Garlic Bliss Pull-Apart Bread is a delightful, savory treat featuring a soft, homemade yeast dough studded with melted mozzarella, Parmesan cheese, and fragrant garlic butter. Perfectly baked to golden perfection, this pull-apart bread is an irresistible appetizer or side that’s easy to share and sure to impress guests with its gooey, flavorful layers.

Ingredients

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Dough Ingredients

  • 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 package (2 ¼ tsp) active dry yeast
  • 1 cup warm water (110°F/43°C)
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Filling Ingredients

  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika

Instructions

  1. Preparing the Dough: In a large mixing bowl, combine 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour, 1 package active dry yeast, 1 teaspoon sugar, and ½ teaspoon salt, stirring to blend the dry ingredients evenly. In a separate cup, whisk together 1 cup warm water (110°F/43°C) and 2 tablespoons olive oil until combined. Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry mixture, stirring until a sticky dough forms. Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a clean cloth, and allow it to rise in a warm place for approximately 1 to 1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.
  2. Preparing the Garlic Butter Mixture: While the dough is rising, soften ½ cup unsalted butter and mix it with minced garlic, chopped parsley, and smoked paprika. Set this flavorful garlic butter aside for later use.
  3. Shaping and Assembling the Bread: After the dough has risen, punch it down gently to release air. On a floured surface, roll the dough into a rectangle approximately 12×16 inches. Using a sharp knife, cut the dough into 1.5 to 2-inch squares but do not cut all the way through. Layer each cut square generously with the garlic butter mixture, shredded mozzarella, and grated Parmesan cheese between the layers, ensuring the flavors are evenly distributed. Carefully transfer the assembled dough into a greased loaf pan or a round baking dish.
  4. Baking the Pull-Apart Bread: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Place the loaf pan into the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes or until the top is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly and melted. If the bread crust darkens too fast, loosely tent it with aluminum foil to prevent burning while the inside finishes baking.
  5. Serving: Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool slightly in the pan for 5 minutes. Then transfer to a serving platter. Serve warm, pulling apart the soft, cheesy pieces to enjoy a gooey, garlic-infused delight perfect for sharing.

Notes

  • Ensure the water temperature is around 110°F (43°C) to activate the yeast without killing it.
  • For a stronger garlic flavor, you can sauté the garlic lightly in butter before mixing it into the softened butter.
  • This bread is best served warm but can be reheated in the oven wrapped in foil to retain moisture.
  • You can substitute mozzarella with other melting cheeses like fontina or provolone for variation.
  • Fresh parsley can be replaced with dried parsley if fresh is not available, but use half the quantity.

Keywords: cheesy garlic bread, pull-apart bread, garlic butter bread, mozzarella bread, easy appetizer, party bread

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