Garlic Mozzarella Bread Recipe
This garlic mozzarella bread is irresistibly cheesy, buttery, and golden-brown with a perfect garlicky punch. It's made with a blend of mozzarella, Parmesan, and zesty Italian dressing, then baked to gooey perfection—ideal as a side for pasta, soups, or dipping into marinara.
Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Cook Time 18 minutes mins
Total Time 23 minutes mins
Course bread recipes
Cuisine American, Italian
Servings 16 slices
Calories 203 kcal
Large mixing bowl
Measuring cups
Mixing spoon or spatula
Serrated bread knife
Baking sheet
Oven
Cutting board
Cheese grater
- 1 stick salted butter, at room temperature
- 3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ cup Parmesan Cheese, grated
- ¼ cup Italian salad dressing
- Fresh Parsley, to garnish
- 1 loaf French bread
Preheat your oven to 350°F.
In a large bowl, mix together the butter, minced garlic, Italian salad dressing, and 1 cup of mozzarella cheese until everything is well combined.
Take the French bread and slice it in half lengthwise.
Spread the garlic butter mixture evenly over the cut sides of each bread half.
Place the bread halves on a baking sheet with the buttered sides facing up.
Sprinkle them first with Parmesan cheese, then with the remaining mozzarella.
Bake in the oven for 10 minutes or until the cheese is melted.
Increase the oven temperature to 450°F and continue baking for up to 8 more minutes, watching carefully so the tops turn golden brown but don’t burn.
Once done, remove the bread from the oven, slice it into 1-inch pieces.
Garnish with parsley, and serve hot alongside your favorite pasta.
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For extra flavor, use roasted garlic instead of raw—it adds a sweet, mellow depth.
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Choose a fresh, crusty French loaf for the best texture contrast between crisp crust and soft interior.
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To make it spicy, sprinkle red pepper flakes over the cheese before baking.
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Grating your own cheese melts better and creates a smoother, stretchier topping than pre-shredded varieties.