cheesy garlic toast

Here’s a quick and irresistible recipe for Cheesy Garlic Toast 🧄🧀 — crispy on the edges, gooey in the middle, and packed with garlicky flavor.

🥖 Cheesy Garlic Toast

Serves: 4–6
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes

1 loaf French bread or Italian bread, sliced in half lengthwise (or use thick slices of sandwich bread)
½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
3–4 garlic cloves, minced (or 1½ tsp garlic powder)
1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Salt, to taste
Optional: pinch of red pepper flakes for a little heat

Preheat oven:
- Set oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with foil for easy cleanup.
Prepare the garlic butter:
- In a bowl, mix softened butter, minced garlic, and a pinch of salt until well combined.
Assemble the toast:
- Spread the garlic butter evenly over both halves (or slices) of bread.
- Sprinkle generously with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
Bake:
- Place on the baking sheet and bake for 8–10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Broil (optional):
- For extra golden, crispy cheese, broil for 1–2 minutes — watch carefully so it doesn’t burn.
Serve:
- Sprinkle with chopped parsley (and red pepper flakes if desired). Slice and serve hot!

🧀 Cheese mix: Try adding cheddar, provolone, or Monterey Jack for extra flavor.
🌿 Herby version: Mix Italian seasoning or basil into the garlic butter.
🍅 Pizza-style: Add a layer of marinara sauce under the cheese for quick “pizza toast.”
❄️ Make ahead: Assemble, wrap in foil, and refrigerate. Bake when ready to serve.

Would you like a garlic butter spread recipe you can keep in the fridge for quick cheesy toast anytime?