I recently whipped up a delicious garlic bread spread using unsalted butter, cream cheese, and plenty of minced garlic, plus a secret touch of heavy cream. Layered with mozzarella, cheddar, and a sprinkle of fresh parsley on French bread slices, it has become one of my favorite easy sides to make for dinner.
I recently discovered the ultimate garlic bread spread recipe that totally blew my mind. It’s super easy to whip up and takes just minutes to mix together a rich blend of flavors.
I started with 1/2 cup of unsalted butter and 8 oz of cream cheese, both softened to perfection, then tossed in 5 minced garlic cloves (or even more if you’re into an extra garlicky kick). I couldn’t believe the difference when I added a secret touch of heavy cream – it made everything so smooth and delicious.
Mixed into the spread are shredded mozzarella and cheddar cheeses, which melt beautifully over slices of a fresh loaf of French bread. I even sprinkled chopped fresh parsley to add a pop of color while keeping the taste balanced.
This recipe is perfect if you’re after easy sides to make for dinner or a quick, delicious meal that even picky eaters will enjoy.
Why I Like this Recipe
I like this recipe for a bunch of reasons. First I love how easy it is to throw together, even when im in a rush. It only takes minutes to mix up the creamy garlic butter and cream cheese, which gives it a really smooth texture. Second, the combo of mozzarella and cheddar makes every bite super cheesy and satisfying, its like a flavor explosion in my mouth. Another reason is that extra heavy cream touch — it might sound small but it really makes the spread richer and way more indulgent. Lastly, I enjoy the kick of garlic and the fresh parsley which adds a burst of flavor that makes this garlic bread stick out from all the others.
Ingredients
- Unsalted butter: Rich creamy fat that adds moisture and flavor while boosting energy.
- Cream cheese: Smooth tangy spread giving a velvety texture and a slight acidity boost.
- Garlic: Minced cloves deliver a bold punch, known for its health perks and aroma.
- Heavy cream: A secret touch for creamier consistency and richer taste with subtle sweetness.
- Mozzarella: Melted cheese forming a gooey layer that adds flavor and protein.
- Cheddar: Sharp, tangy note that packs extra flavor and a protein boost.
- Parsley: Fresh herbs brighten the dish with earthiness and vital vitamins.
- Bread: Crunchy French slices serve as the base, offering texture and essential carbs.
Ingredient Quantities
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 5 garlic cloves, minced (if you like it extra garlicky, add another one)
- 1-2 tbsp heavy cream (this is the secret touch that makes it special)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- Salt to taste
- 1 loaf French or Italian bread, sliced for spreading
How to Make this
1. Preheat your oven on broil setting so it’s nice and hot.
2. In a medium bowl, beat together the softened butter and cream cheese until the mix is smooth and creamy.
3. Stir in the minced garlic, heavy cream, salt to taste, and chopped parsley and mix until everything is well combined.
4. Slice your French or Italian bread into even pieces, making sure they’re thick enough to hold the spread.
5. Spread a generous layer of the garlic cream mixture onto each bread slice.
6. Sprinkle both the shredded mozzarella and cheddar cheese evenly on top of the spread.
7. Place the prepared slices onto a baking tray, leaving a little space in between each one.
8. Put the tray in the oven and broil for about 3-5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
9. Keep a close eye on the bread while it broils so it doesn’t burn.
10. Once done, take the tray out of the oven, let the garlic bread cool just a bit, and then serve it warm. Enjoy your delicious treat!
Equipment Needed
1. Preheated Oven (set it to broil)
2. Medium Mixing Bowl
3. Spatula or Wooden Spoon for mixing
4. Bread Knife for slicing the loaf
5. Baking Tray
6. Measuring Cups and Spoons
7. Butter Knife for spreading the mixture
FAQ
Garlic Bread With Cheese Recipe Substitutions and Variations
- If you dont have unsalted butter, you can use salted butter or even margarine if you are in a pinch
- If cream cheese is not available, try using ricotta or mascarpone cheese, they give a similar creamy texture
- Dont have heavy cream? You can mix a little full fat milk with a tiny bit of melted butter to mimic the rich taste
- If you cant find both mozzarella and cheddar cheeses, feel free to use a blend of your favorite shreddable cheeses and experiment a bit
- Out of fresh parsley? Dried parsley can work just fine or even a few leaves of fresh basil if that suits your taste
Pro Tips
1. Try letting the butter and cream cheese sit out for a while so they really get soft and mix easier, which makes for a smoother garlic butter spread
2. If you really like garlic, feel free to toss in another clove or two extra, but dont go overboard or it might overpower the other flavors
3. Keep a super close eye on the bread under the broiler since even a few extra seconds can cause it to burn and ruin the cheese, and no one likes burnt garlic bread
4. For extra flavor, let the mixture rest a bit before spreading so that the herbs and garlic have time to really meld into the cream cheese and butter mix
Garlic Bread With Cheese Recipe
My favorite Garlic Bread With Cheese Recipe
Equipment Needed:
1. Preheated Oven (set it to broil)
2. Medium Mixing Bowl
3. Spatula or Wooden Spoon for mixing
4. Bread Knife for slicing the loaf
5. Baking Tray
6. Measuring Cups and Spoons
7. Butter Knife for spreading the mixture
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 5 garlic cloves, minced (if you like it extra garlicky, add another one)
- 1-2 tbsp heavy cream (this is the secret touch that makes it special)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- Salt to taste
- 1 loaf French or Italian bread, sliced for spreading
Instructions:
1. Preheat your oven on broil setting so it’s nice and hot.
2. In a medium bowl, beat together the softened butter and cream cheese until the mix is smooth and creamy.
3. Stir in the minced garlic, heavy cream, salt to taste, and chopped parsley and mix until everything is well combined.
4. Slice your French or Italian bread into even pieces, making sure they’re thick enough to hold the spread.
5. Spread a generous layer of the garlic cream mixture onto each bread slice.
6. Sprinkle both the shredded mozzarella and cheddar cheese evenly on top of the spread.
7. Place the prepared slices onto a baking tray, leaving a little space in between each one.
8. Put the tray in the oven and broil for about 3-5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
9. Keep a close eye on the bread while it broils so it doesn’t burn.
10. Once done, take the tray out of the oven, let the garlic bread cool just a bit, and then serve it warm. Enjoy your delicious treat!
