Description
Rosemary Garlic Pull Apart Bread is a show-stopping savory bread layered with garlic-herb butter and melty cheese. Soft and fluffy with golden edges and bold flavor in every bite, it’s perfect as a holiday side, snack, or shareable centerpiece for any cozy meal.
Ingredients
For the Dough:
2 tsp instant yeast
1 tbsp granulated sugar
3/4 cup warm whole milk (about 110°F)
3 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
1 large egg
2 1/3 cups all-purpose flour (plus more as needed)
1 tsp salt
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tbsp fresh rosemary, finely chopped (or 2 tsp dried)
For the Filling:
5 tbsp unsalted butter, very soft
1 tbsp fresh rosemary, chopped (or 2 tsp dried)
1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (or 2 tsp dried)
2 garlic cloves, minced or 1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/4 tsp salt
3/4 cup shredded cheese (Parmesan, mozzarella, or white cheddar)
Optional Topping:
1 tbsp melted butter
Coarse or flaky sea salt for garnish
Instructions
Make the Dough: Mix yeast and sugar in a bowl, add warm milk, and let sit 5–10 minutes until frothy. Add butter, egg, flour, salt, garlic powder, and rosemary. Mix until a soft dough forms.
Knead dough for 5 minutes until smooth and tacky. Add more flour if needed.
Transfer to greased bowl, cover, and rise 60–90 minutes until doubled.
Make Filling: Mix soft butter with rosemary, parsley, garlic, and salt.
Punch down dough and divide into 12 pieces. Flatten each into a 4-inch circle, spread filling, sprinkle cheese, fold in half, and stack upright in a greased 9×5-inch loaf pan.
Cover and rise again for 45 minutes.
Bake at 350°F for 50 minutes (cover with foil if browning too fast).
Cool for 10 minutes, then brush with melted butter and sprinkle with sea salt if using.
Serve warm and pull apart to enjoy!
Notes
The second rise is crucial for texture.
Use a mix of cheeses for added flavor depth.
Red pepper flakes can be added for a hint of spice.
Can be made ahead and refrigerated overnight before baking.
Bread freezes well—reheat slices as needed.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Entrées
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American