Garlic Parmesan Bread
Warm, buttery, and loaded with fresh garlic and melted cheese, this homemade garlic parmesan bread is an irresistible crowd-pleasing side dish.
Ingredients
- •1 loaf crusty Italian bread or French baguette
- •1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
- •4 cloves garlic, minced
- •1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese, divided
- •2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
- •1/4 teaspoon salt
- •1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2
Slice the loaf of bread lengthwise down the middle into two even halves and place them cut-side up on the prepared baking sheet.
- 3
In a small bowl, combine the softened unsalted butter, minced garlic, half of the grated Parmesan cheese, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper, mixing until smooth and well blended.
- 4
Generously spread the garlic butter mixture evenly over the cut sides of both bread halves.
- 5
Sprinkle the remaining Parmesan cheese evenly over the top of the buttered bread.
- 6
Bake in the preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the cheese is completely melted and bubbly.
- 7
Switch the oven to broil for the final 1 to 2 minutes to get a deliciously golden, crispy crust, watching closely so it does not burn.
- 8
Remove from the oven, let cool for a few minutes, then slice into individual portions and serve warm.
💡 Chef tips
- For the best flavor, use freshly grated Parmesan cheese rather than the pre-grated bottled variety, as it melts much better.
- You can prep the bread entirely ahead of time, wrap it tightly in foil, and keep it in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours before baking.
- Store any leftover bread in an airtight container in the fridge and reheat in a toaster oven to restore crispiness.
✅ How it should turn out
The finished garlic parmesan bread should be golden brown and crispy on the edges with a tender center, radiating a rich aroma of toasted garlic and melted cheese.