These Cheesy Garlic Bread Bites are crispy on the outside soft on the inside and loaded with gooey melted cheese and garlic flavor Perfect as a snack appetizer or side dish they are easy to prepare and irresistibly delicious These bite sized pieces are great for parties family gatherings or simply as a comforting treat
Ingredients:
For the Dough:
Three cups of all purpose flour
One teaspoon of salt
One teaspoon of sugar
One teaspoon of instant yeast
One cup of warm milk
Two tablespoons of olive oil
For the Garlic Butter Topping
Four tablespoons of unsalted butter melted
Three cloves of garlic minced
One tablespoon of fresh parsley chopped
One half teaspoon of black pepper
One teaspoon of dried oregano optional
For the Cheese Topping:
One and a half cups of shredded mozzarella cheese
One half cup of shredded cheddar cheese
One teaspoon of sesame seeds or black poppy seeds optional
Instructions:
Step One Prepare the Dough
In a large mixing bowl combine the flour salt sugar and yeast
Add the warm milk and olive oil then mix until a dough forms
Knead the dough for about ten minutes until it becomes soft and elastic
Cover the dough with a clean kitchen towel and let it rise in a warm place for one hour or until it
doubles in size
Step Two Prepare the Garlic Butter Mixture
In a small bowl mix the melted butter minced garlic parsley black pepper and dried oregano
Set aside for brushing later
Step Three Roll and Cut the Dough
Preheat the oven to three hundred seventy five degrees Fahrenheit
Roll out the dough on a floured surface into a large rectangular shape about half an inch thick
Cut the dough into small square or rectangular pieces
Transfer the pieces to a parchment lined baking sheet
Step Four Add the Toppings
Brush each piece generously with the garlic butter mixture
Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella and cheddar cheese evenly over the dough pieces
Optionally sprinkle with sesame seeds or poppy seeds for extra texture and flavor
Step Five Bake the Cheesy Garlic Bites
Bake in the preheated oven for fifteen to twenty minutes or until golden brown and the cheese is bubbly and slightly crispy
Remove from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes
Step Six Serve and Enjoy
Serve warm as an appetizer snack or side dish
Enjoy with marinara sauce garlic dip or ranch dressing
Serving Suggestions:
Serve as a side dish with soups pasta or grilled meats
Enjoy as a party snack with different dipping sauces
Pair with a fresh green salad for a balanced meal
Tips for Perfect Cheesy Garlic Bread Bites
For a softer texture let the dough rise for an additional thirty minutes before baking
Use different cheese combinations like gouda parmesan or pepper jack for unique flavors
For extra crispiness bake at a slightly higher temperature for the last two minutes
Time Breakdown:
Preparation time fifteen minutes
Rising time one hour
Baking time twenty minutes
Total time one hour and thirty five minutes
Servings:
This recipe makes about twenty to twenty five cheesy bread bites perfect for sharing
Why You Will Love This Recipe:
These Cheesy Garlic Bread Bites are buttery cheesy and packed with garlic flavor They are perfect for any occasion and easy to make with simple ingredients Enjoy them as a side snack or party treat that will have everyone coming back for more
