Description
A whimsical and delicious addition to your holiday celebrations, this cheesy pull-apart garlic-butter bread captures the festive spirit with its delightful combination of garlic, butter, and oozy cheese.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups pizza dough
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- Marinara sauce or pesto for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Combine melted butter and minced garlic in a bowl.
- Roll out the pizza dough and cut it into small, uniform pieces.
- Dip each piece of dough in the garlic butter mixture and layer them in the shape of a Christmas tree on a baking tray.
- Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses between the layers of dough balls for added flavor and gooeyness.
- Brush the top with any remaining garlic butter and sprinkle with oregano and parsley.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the dough is golden brown and the cheese is bubbling.
- Serve warm with marinara sauce or pesto for dipping.
Notes
Ensure the butter is warm when mixing with garlic for maximum flavor infusion. You can use alternative cheeses like cheddar or gouda for varied taste profiles.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 30mg