Crusty Cheese and Herb Pull Apart Bread
Elevate your bread game with this irresistibly crusty Cheese and Herb Pull Apart Bread—a show-stopping centerpiece for any meal or gathering! Made from scratch with freshly kneaded dough, this pull-apart loaf is layered with gooey mozzarella, savory Parmesan, and a fragrant blend of fresh parsley and rosemary. The golden, buttery crust is infused with garlic and olive oil, creating a flavor-packed experience in every bite. Perfect for sharing, the bread’s unique stacked design makes it easy to pull apart for dipping, snacking, or pairing with soups and salads. Whether you’re hosting dinner or simply indulging in homemade comfort food, this cheesy, herbaceous bread promises to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 2.25 teaspoons Active dry yeast
- 1 tablespoon Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1.25 cups Warm water (110°F-115°F)
- 0.25 cup Unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cups Shredded mozzarella cheese
- 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons Chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon Chopped fresh rosemary
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil (for greasing and brushing)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, yeast, sugar, and salt. Mix well to evenly distribute.
Add the warm water and melted butter to the dry ingredients. Mix until a sticky dough forms.
Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise for 60-90 minutes in a warm area until it has doubled in size.
Punch down the risen dough and roll it out into a large rectangle, approximately 12x16 inches.
In a small bowl, combine the mozzarella, Parmesan, parsley, rosemary, and garlic powder.
Brush the surface of the dough with olive oil and sprinkle the cheese and herb mixture evenly over the top.
Cut the dough into strips (about 2 inches wide) using a sharp knife or pizza cutter. Stack the strips vertically and then cut into small rectangular stacks.
Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan with olive oil. Place the stacked dough pieces in the pan, standing them upright.
Cover the pan with a towel and let the dough rise again in a warm area for 30 minutes.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Brush the top of the dough with more olive oil and bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the bread is golden brown and cooked through.
Allow the bread to cool slightly in the pan before transferring to a serving plate. Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3166 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 139.9 g | 179% | |
| Saturated Fat | 71.3 g | 356% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 330 mg | 110% | |
| Sodium | 4601 mg | 200% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 347.7 g | 126% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.0 g | 50% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.8 g | ||
| Protein | 120.2 g | 240% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 2177 mg | 167% | |
| Iron | 21.3 mg | 118% | |
| Potassium | 812 mg | 17% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
