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Cheesy Garlic Bread Bites Recipe

Cheesy Garlic Bread Bites Recipe

4.8 from 25 reviews

These Cheesy Garlic Bread Bites are a crowd-pleasing appetizer or snack featuring bite-sized cubes of French or Italian bread coated in a savory garlic butter mixture and topped with a gooey blend of mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses. Perfectly crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, these bites are a party favorite.

Ingredients

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Bread Bites:

  • 1 (16 oz) loaf of French bread or Italian bread

Garlic Butter Mixture:

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Cheese Topping:

  • 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Prepare Bread: Cut the bread into bite-sized cubes and arrange them on the baking sheet.
  3. Mix Garlic Butter: Combine softened butter, minced garlic, garlic powder, parsley, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
  4. Coat Bread Cubes: Toss bread cubes with the garlic butter mixture.
  5. Add Cheese: Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan over the coated bread cubes.
  6. Bake: Bake for 12–15 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
  7. Serve: Serve warm, optionally with marinara sauce for dipping.

Notes

  • Perfect for parties or snacks.
  • Experiment with different cheese combinations.
  • Can be assembled ahead and refrigerated before baking.

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