Cheesy Garlic Bread

Last Updated on February 25, 2026 by Sarah Leadon

Cheesy garlic bread is one of those recipes that never disappoints, and this version is all about bold garlic flavor and melty cheese. It’s loaded with garlic butter, herbs, and two cheeses that melt into the bread perfectly.

The garlic butter soaks into the bread as it bakes, giving you crispy edges and a soft, cheesy center.

This is the kind of side dish that instantly upgrades any meal. Whether you are serving it with pasta, soup, or a simple salad, it’s a quick side dish everyone will love.

Ingredients

• French Bread: I used homemade bread for this cheesy garlic bread recipe. You can use store-bought French or Italian bread.
• Butter: Make sure it’s softened so it mixes easily with the garlic, seasonings, and cheese.
• Garlic cloves: Fresh garlic adds the best flavor. But you can use store-bought minced garlic or garlic powder.  
• Italian Seasoning: Adds a nice flavor that pairs well with the garlic and cheese.
• Cheese: I used Parmesan and mozzarella. The Parmesan cheese adds a salty flavor, and the mozzarella cheese melts beautifully.  
• Parsley: I used dried parsley because I didn’t have fresh on hand. Fresh parsley works great if you have it.

Variations/Tips

• Bread: You can use other breads, such as Italian or sourdough. You can even use hamburger buns or dinner rolls.
• Cheese: Try other melty cheeses, such as provolone, cheddar, Monterey Jack, or Colby Jack, instead of mozzarella. You use Romano or Asiago cheese for a sharper flavor, rather than Parmesan.
• Herbs: If you want the cheesy garlic bread to have a stronger herb flavor, add 1 tablespoon of fresh chopped basil or chives.
• Make‑Ahead: You can assemble the cheesy garlic bread ahead of time and refrigerate it for a few hours. You can bake it about 15-20 minutes before you plan to serve it.

Serving Suggestions

You can serve cheesy garlic bread with:

• Spaghetti
• Lentil soup
• Pot roast
• Million-dollar pasta bake
• Beef stew
• Tomato soup
• Chicken cordon bleu pasta casserole
• Chicken stew

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Cheesy Garlic Bread

Recipe by Sarah Leadon

5.0 from 1 vote

Course: SidesCuisine: Italian, AmericanDifficulty: Easy

Servings: 6-8

1/2x 1x 2x

6-8

servings

Prep time

5

minutes

Cooking time

15

minutes

Calories

265

kcal

Total time

20

minutes

This cheesy garlic bread is loaded with garlic butter, herbs, and two cheeses, then baked until golden and bubbly. This simple, comforting side dish is always a crowd‑pleaser.  It goes perfectly with soups, pastas, and stews.

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Ingredients

• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened

• 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced

• 1 teaspoon garlic powder

• 2 teaspoons dried parsley or 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped

• 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning

• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

• 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt

• 1 French bread or Italian bread baguette

• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Directions

• Set your oven to 375°F (190°C). Let it preheat.
• Mix the butter, minced garlic, garlic powder, dried parsley or fresh parsley, Italian seasoning, grated Parmesan cheese, and kosher salt in a small mixing bowl until combined.
• Cut the baguette in half lengthwise.
• Spread the garlic butter onto each half and place it on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
• Sprinkle the mozzarella cheese over the garlic butter, then bake for 10-15 minutes until the cheese melts and turns golden brown.

Nutrition Facts

• Total number of serves: 8
• Calories: 265kcal
• Fat: 11g
• Saturated Fat: 6g
• Cholesterol: 25mg
• Sodium: 487mg
• Potassium: 17mg
• Carbohydrates: 33g
• Fiber: 1g
• Sugar: 0g
• Protein: 11g
• Calcium: 180mg
• Iron: 2mg
• Vitamin D: 0mg

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