Description
Golden, crusty bread soaked in a rich garlic herb butter, stuffed with gooey melted cheese and baked until irresistibly bubbly—perfect as a shareable appetizer or indulgent snack.
Ingredients
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- 1 round bread boule (sourdough or artisan)
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking tray with parchment paper.
- Carefully cut a circular lid from the top of the bread boule and hollow out the center, leaving enough bread around the edges to hold the filling.
- In a small bowl, combine melted butter, minced garlic, parsley, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper.
- Brush the inside of the hollowed bread and underside of the lid with the garlic butter mixture.
- Fill the center of the bread with mozzarella and cheddar cheese, then place the lid back on top.
- Brush the entire exterior of the bread with more garlic butter and place it on the prepared tray.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the bread is golden brown.
- Garnish with extra parsley and serve hot, pulling pieces apart or dipping chunks into the cheesy center.
Notes
- Use a sturdy bread boule to hold the filling without collapsing.
- Adjust the amount of garlic and spice to your taste preference.
- Best enjoyed fresh from the oven while hot and melty.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of bread bowl
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 390mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
