You’ll love this cheesy garlic pull-apart bread gluten-free that’s incredibly gooey and flavorful!
The recipe starts with gluten-free dough cut into bite-sized cubes, then slathered with garlic butter and fresh herbs.
After stuffing with cheddar and mozzarella, the bread is baked until golden and melty.
Cover with foil for the first 30 minutes, then uncover for that perfect crispy top.
Line the pan with parchment for easy cleanup.
Stick around to discover exciting flavor variations to try tonight!
Ingredients
- Gluten-free bread dough
- Salted butter
- Garlic powder or Roasted garlic paste
- Fresh herbs (parsley, rosemary, oregano)
- Cheddar cheese
- Mozzarella cheese
- Salt (optional)
- Pepper (optional)
Recommended Tools
Ready to make this mouthwatering pull-apart bread? Having the right tools in your kitchen will make the process smoother and more enjoyable. These essential items will help you create that perfect cheesy, garlicky goodness without any gluten-filled worries!
- Loaf Pan:
The ideal vessel for baking your pull-apart bread, giving it the classic shape while containing all that melty cheese.
- Mixing Bowl:
Essential for combining your butter, garlic and herbs into that flavorful mixture that makes this bread irresistible.
- Bread Knife:
Makes cutting your gluten-free dough into perfect cubes quick and easy without squishing or tearing.
- Cheese Grater:
Perfect for freshly shredding your cheddar and mozzarella cheeses for maximum meltability between the bread pieces.
- Aluminum Foil:
Necessary for covering the bread during the first part of baking to prevent burning while allowing everything to cook through.
- Silicone Pastry Brush:
Helps you apply the garlic butter mixture evenly over all those dough pieces for consistent flavor in every bite.
Instructions for cheesy garlic pull-apart bread gluten-free
Let’s make this gluten-free treat that’ll have everyone reaching for seconds! Start by preheating your oven to 375°F (190°C) and getting your gluten-free bread dough ready. If you’re using store-bought dough, awesome! If you’re making it from scratch, let it rise properly before moving forward.
While your dough is doing its thing, mix ½ cup softened salted butter with 1-2 teaspoons of garlic powder (or 1 tablespoon of roasted garlic paste if you’re feeling fancy!). Toss in 2 tablespoons of finely chopped fresh herbs – parsley, rosemary, and oregano work beautifully together. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper if you’d like!
Now comes the fun part! Cut your gluten-free dough into bite-sized cubes and arrange them in a loaf pan or baking dish. Don’t pack them too tightly – they need a little breathing room!
Grab your garlic butter mixture and generously spread it over all those dough cubes. Make sure to get in between the nooks and crannies – that’s where the magic happens!
Next, stuff ¾ cup of shredded cheddar and ¾ cup of shredded mozzarella between all those buttery cracks. Trust me, you’ll thank yourself later for being thorough here!
Cover your creation with foil and pop it in the oven for 30 minutes. Then, whip that foil off and bake for another 5-10 minutes until the cheese is bubbling and the top turns a beautiful golden brown.
Serve your cheesy garlic pull-apart bread while it’s still warm – that’s when it’s at its gooey, stretchy best! Grab a piece, pull, and watch that cheese stretch. It’s seriously irresistible!
Pro Tips
For the easiest cleanup when making your gluten-free pull-apart bread, line your baking dish with parchment paper before adding the dough cubes—this prevents the melted cheese from sticking and creating a stubborn mess while also making it simple to lift the entire bread out in one piece.
Substitutions & Variations
This versatile recipe can be customized with different flavors, cheeses and add-ins while maintaining its delicious pull-apart nature.
- Italian Style: Substitute Italian seasoning for the herbs, add sun-dried tomatoes between the dough pieces and use provolone and parmesan instead of cheddar and mozzarella
- Spicy Mexican: Mix in 1 teaspoon of chili powder to the butter, add chopped jalapeños and use pepper jack and Oaxaca cheeses for a south-of-the-border twist
- Sweet Cinnamon: Replace the garlic and herbs with 2 tablespoons brown sugar and 1 tablespoon cinnamon in the butter, then drizzle with simple glaze after baking
- Mediterranean: Add chopped olives, feta cheese and a sprinkle of za’atar seasoning for a Mediterranean flair
- Everything Bagel: Brush the top with egg wash before baking and sprinkle with everything bagel seasoning for a breakfast-inspired version
Leftovers & Storage Tips
Three simple steps will keep your leftover pull-apart bread tasting almost as good as fresh from the oven.
First, let it cool completely, then wrap it tightly in foil and refrigerate for up to 3 days.
When you’re ready to enjoy it again, simply reheat in a 350°F oven for 10 minutes.
Don’t microwave it—trust me, you’ll lose all that wonderful texture!
Try Tonight!
Cheesy Garlic Pull-Apart Bread (Totally Gluten-Free!)
A delicious gluten-free pull-apart bread packed with garlic butter and two kinds of melted cheese.
- Gluten-free bread dough (prepared or store-bought)
- ½ cup softened salted butter
- 1–2 tsp garlic powder or 1 tbsp roasted garlic paste
- 2 tbsp finely chopped fresh herbs (parsley, rosemary, oregano)
- ¾ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ¾ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Optional: salt, pepper to taste
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Prepare gluten-free dough and let it rise.
- Mix butter, garlic, herbs, salt, and pepper.
- Cut dough into cubes and place in a loaf or baking dish.
- Spread garlic butter mixture over dough cubes evenly.
- Stuff shredded cheeses between the cuts in the dough.
- Cover with foil, bake 30 minutes; uncover and bake 5–10 minutes until cheese melts and top is golden.
- Serve warm for best flavor.
