Cheesy Garlic Bread
This cheesy garlic bread recipe features a rich combination of roasted garlic, melted butter, and gooey mozzarella, making it the perfect side for pasta or a delicious snack.
Ingredients
For the Garlic
- 8-10 cloves garlic cloves Peeled and roasted
- 2 tbsp olive oil For roasting garlic
- 1 pinch salt For roasting garlic
For the Garlic Butter Custard
- ½ cup butter, melted (113g)
- 1 each egg Large egg
- ¼ cup milk (60g)
- ½ tsp salt For seasoning
- ½ tsp paprika For flavor
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley For added freshness
For the Bread
- 12 pieces King's Hawaiian Original Hawaiian Sheet Rolls Alternatively, a French baguette of similar size may be used.
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese For stuffing the bread
- to taste Chopped parsley and chili flakes For serving
Instructions
Roasting the Garlic
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Peel the garlic cloves and place them on a piece of aluminum foil. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt.
- Wrap the foil tightly and roast for 25-30 minutes until soft and golden. Let cool, then squeeze the cloves out of their skins.
Preparing the Garlic Butter Custard
- In a bowl, mix the melted butter with the roasted garlic, egg, milk, salt, paprika, and chopped parsley.
- Whisk until well combined.
Assembling and Baking
- Place the Hawaiian rolls or baguette on a baking sheet.
- Cut each roll partially through to create pockets, but do not cut all the way through.
- Pour the garlic butter custard evenly into each pocket, ensuring the roasted garlic and parsley are well distributed.
- Generously fill each pocket with shredded mozzarella cheese.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake the assembled bread for about 15-20 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and slightly golden.
Notes
For a stronger garlic flavor, feel free to add more roasted garlic. A variety of cheeses such as cheddar or parmesan can also be used for a unique twist. For a crispy top, broil the bread for the last few minutes of baking.