Learn how to make cheesy garlic bread that’ll have everyone at the table begging for more. This irresistible side dish transforms simple bread into a crispy, gooey masterpiece loaded with garlic and melted cheese. Whether you’re serving it alongside pizza, pasta, or a juicy steak, this cheesy garlic bread recipe is about to become your new favorite go-to side!
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Craving a side dish that’ll steal the show at your next meal? This cheesy garlic bread is a game-changer, transforming ordinary French bread into a crispy, golden masterpiece bursting with garlic and melted cheese. Perfect for dipping, serving alongside your favorite Italian dishes, or enjoying as a standalone treat, this recipe is about to become your new culinary obsession.
With just a handful of ingredients and minimal prep time, you’ll be amazed at how something so simple can taste so incredibly delicious. The secret lies in the perfect blend of butter, mayonnaise, and freshly chopped garlic, creating a spread that turns plain bread into a mouthwatering delicacy that everyone will be asking you to make again and again!
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Why You’ll Love Learning How to Make Cheesy Garlic Bread
- Quick and Easy: This recipe takes just a few minutes from start to finish, making it perfect for busy home cooks who want a delicious side dish without spending hours in the kitchen.
- Versatile Pairing: Cheesy garlic bread complements a wide range of meals, from pasta and pizza to chicken, beef, seafood, and soups, making it an incredibly adaptable side dish.
- Kid-Friendly Cooking: With only simple ingredients and straightforward instructions, this recipe is an excellent opportunity to get children involved in the kitchen and teach them basic cooking skills.
- Multiple Cooking Methods: Whether you prefer traditional oven baking or want to use an air fryer, this recipe is flexible and works with different cooking techniques.
🥖 I’m kind of known for bringing the best snacks to the table, and let me tell you, these cheesy breadsticks always steal the show—you’ve got to try them!
Recipe Ingredients
- French bread– homemade or store-bought.
- Mayonnaise -Makes it extra rich!
- Butter
- Green onions
- Garlic
- Asiago and Jack Cheese
See the recipe card below for full information on ingredients and quantities.
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How to Make Cheesy Garlic Bread
Ingredients
- 2 large loaves French bread
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- ½ cup butter softened
- 1 bunch green onions chopped
- 2 cloves garlic pressed or pureed
- 1 cup shredded Asiago cheese
- 1 cup shredded jack cheese
Instructions
- Split French bread loaves into halves horizontally.
- Mix very soft butter, mayonnaise, green onions and garlic in bowl, blending well. Spread the cut side of bread halves with spread. Top with cheeses.
- Bake at 350° for 7 minutes, then place under broiler about 3 minutes longer.
- Cut into slices & serve.
Notes
- While the recipe uses Asiago and Jack cheese, feel free to experiment
- Try combinations like mozzarella, parmesan, or cheddar
- Grate cheese fresh for better melting and more robust flavor
- Use a mix of cheeses for complex, layered taste
Nutrition
How to Make Cheesy Garlic Bread
- Split french bread loaves into halves
- Mix butter, mayo, green onions and garlic in a bowl and spread over the french bread
- Bake at 350 degrees for 7 minutes and then the broiler for 3 minutes.
- Cut into slices and enjoy
Air Fryer Option: Air fry at 325°F for 5-6 minutes until cheese is golden and bread is heated through.
Frequently Asked Questions
Cheesy garlic bread pairs wonderfully with soups, pasta, meat dishes, seafood, poultry, and roasted vegetables. It’s incredibly versatile and can complement almost any main course.
While the recipe calls for French bread, you can substitute with sourdough or other sturdy bread types. Just ensure the bread can hold up to the rich, cheesy spread.
Absolutely! You can prepare the butter, mayo, garlic, and green onion mixture ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator for 2-3 days before using.
Yes! Air fry the prepared bread at 325°F for 5-6 minutes, or until the cheese is golden and the toast is heated through. Cooking time may vary depending on your desired level of crispness.
Expert Tips
- Mince Garlic: Finely chop or thoroughly smash garlic to create tiny, uniform pieces. This ensures the garlic’s flavor is evenly distributed throughout the spread.
- Sub Out Cheese: Feel free to substitute cheeses based on what you have on hand. Don’t be afraid to experiment with different cheese combinations.
- Sturdy Bread: Choose a fresh French bread with a sturdy crust. The key is to split the bread horizontally to maximize surface area for the delicious garlic spread.
Storing Cheesy Garlic Bread
Refrigeration
Store leftover cheesy garlic bread in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 2-3 days. To maintain its crispy texture, reheat in the oven or air fryer at 325°F for 3-5 minutes before serving. Avoid microwaving, which can make the bread soggy.
Freezing
You can freeze unbaked prepared garlic bread spread for up to 1 month. Wrap tightly in plastic wrap and aluminum foil. Thaw in refrigerator overnight and bake as directed in the original recipe.
Best Consumed Fresh
Cheesy garlic bread is always best enjoyed immediately after baking when the cheese is melted and the bread is crispy.
My Favorite Cheesy Bread Recipes
Sometimes an easy cheesy bread is the perfect addition to a meal, and these are my family’s faves!
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Sofia Graf
Cheesy Garlic Bread is a baking recipe where Butter is used. Before trying it, I just want to ask if I can use grass-fed ghee instead of butter, as ghee is a healthy butter substitute. Ghee offers high smoke point and better scale of nutrition, etc. Will it be a better choice?
https://milkio.co.nz/butter-substitute/
Randi
The recipe says two loaves of bread but the picture has one loaf cut open. Do you use two loaves and end up with four slices?
Melissa Griffiths
You use two loaves, and you’ll end up with 4 big halves that you can cut into smaller slices.
Linda L Larson
Made for homeless they loved it came up for more also grandson’s favorite
Barbara Schieving
Thanks Linda – that’s so nice of you to do.
Dan
I worked at Black Angus as a young adult and have made this recipe my whole adult life. Exact recipe (although they may have changed it later as I worked there in the early 90s) we used a cheddar jack mixture, but i love asiago cheese also. Love your recipe as well!
Barbara Schieving
Thanks Dan!
Tammy
During Covid-19, Corona Virus. We would go to Black Angus for their cheesy garlic bread. Unfortunately they went out of business. I added this cheesy garlic bread spread to some grocery store frozen garlic bread no one really liked. It turned into the most amazing garlic bread! I added it to plan bread french bread, rolls, etc… Thank you for this amazing receipt!!
Barbara Schieving
Thanks Tammy!
Betty
Looks amazing! Could I use a loaf of sour dough bread?
Barbara Schieving
Thanks Betty – if you prefer sourdough bread, I imagine that would work well.
Laurie Gia
This recipe was amazing!!!!! My entire family ate the bread for dinner and didn’t even touch the pasta we had with it! What an addicting bread….
Barbara Schieving
Glad it was a big hit – thanks Laurie!
zouhair fiorino najjar
Hi..As all your recipes,very awesome stunning recipe..Thank you
Carol
Good gracious that looks wonderful. I’m not a big bread eater-although I do love to make it!-but bread with garlic and cheese? That’s hard for even me to resist. I’m with you Barbara-we eat healthy for the most part but every so often, you just have to indulge….and this is a great way to do it!
susan
I can’t tell you how good your cheesy garlic bread looks, I will definitely try this recipe that for posting it. I can hardly wait to make it
Candy Girl
I loooove this! It is delicious and so easy to make.
cesar ian lesmoras
I’m starv again. I want that bread! ^_^
Maris
I’ve never heard of Black Angus but who needs it when you can make that bread? Looks so good! I’d make that with a big, cheesy saucy pasta dish and be in heaven!