Homemade Cheesy Garlic Pull Apart Bread
A delightful dish that combines the rich flavors of garlic and cheese with the comforting texture of freshly baked bread.
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Bundt Pan
- Saucepan
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 4 cups All-Purpose Flour Provides structure and elasticity.
- 2 ¼ teaspoons Active Dry Yeast Essential for making the bread rise.
- 1 ½ cups Warm Water Activates the yeast.
- 1 tablespoon Sugar Feeds the yeast for fermentation.
- 1 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavor and strengthens gluten.
- ¼ cup Olive Oil Adds moisture and richness.
- 4-5 cloves Garlic Minced for flavor.
- 2 cups Shredded Cheese Mozzarella or cheddar for gooey texture.
- 2 tablespoons Fresh Herbs Optional, like parsley or rosemary.
- ½ cup Butter For garlic butter mixture.
Instructions
- 1. Activate the yeast by combining warm water, sugar, and active dry yeast in a small bowl. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- 2. In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour and salt. Mix thoroughly.
- 3. Add the yeast mixture and olive oil to the flour mixture. Stir until it forms a shaggy dough.
- 4. Knead the dough on a floured surface for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 5. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise in a warm place for 1-2 hours until doubled in size.
- 6. Prepare garlic butter by melting butter in a saucepan and adding minced garlic. Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- 7. Punch down the risen dough and roll it into a rectangle about ½ inch thick.
- 8. Brush the melted garlic butter over the dough, then sprinkle shredded cheese and fresh herbs on top.
- 9. Cut the dough into 2-inch squares and stack them in a greased bundt pan.
- 10. Cover the pan and let the dough rise for another 30-45 minutes.
- 11. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- 12. Allow the bread to cool slightly before serving warm.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to two days. Reheat in the oven for a few minutes.