Cheesy Garlic Bread Recipe with Melted Mozzarella and Herbs

This is the best cheesy garlic bread ever. You may hesitate at one of the ingredients, but give it a try — buttery, tangy, garlicky, and incredibly cheesy. THE BEST!The Best Cheesy Garlic Bread! Buttery, tangy, garlicky, and so, so cheesy.

I’m a garlic person through and through.

Some days I just want to shout my love for garlic from the rooftops.

GAAAAAARRRRRRLLLIIIICCCCC — I LOOOOOOVVVEEEE YOOOOOUUUU!

Too much? Maybe. But if you enjoy garlic bread with pasta, soup, or just because, this recipe is for you.

If you like cheese, this is for you.

If you appreciate indulgent, comforting food and don’t mind splurging on carb-and-cheese goodness occasionally, you’ll love this.

The Best Cheesy Garlic Bread! Buttery, tangy, garlicky, and so, so cheesy.

This recipe is very similar to my Ultimate Garlic Bread, but with plenty of cheese — which makes it irresistible. You could even use roasted garlic to deepen the flavor.

It’s simple, quick, and yes — it contains mayonnaise. Just go with it. Live a little and enjoy.

📖 Recipe

Cheesy Garlic Bread

Cheesy Garlic Bread

Buttery, tangy, garlicky, and so, so cheesy — the best cheesy garlic bread!
By Heather Cheney

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Prep Time: 10
Cook Time: 10
Total Time: 20
Servings: 16 pieces

Ingredients

  • cup softened butter
  • cup mayonnaise
  • ¼ cup parmesan cheese shredded
  • 3-4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 whole loaf French bread cut lengthwise in half
  • 2 cup mozzarella cheese shredded
  • 2 teaspoon Italian seasoning

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a bowl, combine the softened butter, mayonnaise, shredded parmesan, and minced garlic until smooth and well blended.
  3. Place the halved French bread cut-side up on a baking sheet. Spread the butter mixture evenly across both halves.
  4. Top each half with shredded mozzarella and sprinkle with Italian seasoning.
  5. Bake for about 10 minutes, then switch the oven to broil and broil briefly until the edges are golden and the cheese is beginning to brown. Watch closely to avoid burning.

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 1 slice | Calories: 115 kcal | Protein: 3 g | Fat: 10 g

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