Very Cheesy Garlic Bread

Very Cheesy Garlic Bread

Golden, buttery garlic bread loaded with melted cheese — the perfect pizza side or snack

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Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time3-12 minutes
Servings4
DifficultyEasy

Ingredients

  • 1 ball of pizza dough (250g)
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
  • 150g shredded mozzarella
  • 50g grated cheddar
  • 25g grated Parmesan
  • Olive oil for brushing
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. 1If using a kitchen oven: Preheat to 475°F (245°C) with a baking stone or tray inside.
  2. 2If using an outdoor pizza oven: Preheat to around 750–800°F (400–425°C).
  3. 3Stretch or roll dough into a 10–12 inch oval or rectangle.
  4. 4Mix softened butter, minced garlic, parsley, and salt into a paste.
  5. 5Spread the garlic butter mixture evenly over the dough.
  6. 6Top with mozzarella, cheddar, and Parmesan, spreading to the edges.
  7. 7Bake: Kitchen oven 10–12 minutes until cheese is melted and golden; Outdoor pizza oven 3–4 minutes, rotating halfway.
  8. 8Remove from the oven, let cool for 1–2 minutes, then slice and serve.

Chef's Tips

For extra flavour, brush the crust edges with garlic butter before baking.
Use a blend of cheeses for a gooey texture and rich taste.
Bake directly on a pizza stone for a crispier base.

Nutrition Information

Calories310 cal
Protein14g
Carbohydrates29g
Fat15g