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Cheesy Pull Apart Garlic-Butter Bread

A quick and easy crowd-pleaser, this cheesy pull apart garlic-butter bread is perfect for any occasion with its comforting homemade flavor and gooey texture.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dough and Coating
  • 1 can refrigerated pizza dough
  • 1/2 cup melted unsalted butter Use unsalted butter to control the salt
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced Fresh garlic gives it extra flavor
  • 1 tablespoon fresh herbs, chopped Choose parsley or basil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Cheese
  • 1 cup shredded cheese Mix mozzarella and cheddar for depth
Serving Options
  • Marinara or pesto Optional for serving

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Roll out the pizza dough and cut it into small squares.
  3. In a bowl, mix melted butter, minced garlic, herbs, salt, and pepper until fragrant.
  4. Dip each piece of dough into the garlic butter mixture, coating well.
Assembly
  1. Layer the dough pieces in a greased pan, shaping them into a tree or circle.
  2. Sprinkle shredded cheese over the dough, tucking some between layers.
Baking
  1. Bake for 20–25 minutes or until golden brown and cheese is bubbling.
  2. Serve warm with marinara or pesto as desired.

Notes

For an extra crisp, grate some Parmesan cheese into the mix. To store, keep in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months.