Cheese Stuffed Garlic Bread: Gooey, Cheesy & Irresistible
A soft, buttery garlic bread loaf stuffed with oozy, melted cheese and herbs—perfect as a snack, appetizer, or side with pizza and pasta.

A soft, buttery garlic bread loaf stuffed with oozy, melted cheese and herbs—perfect as a snack, appetizer, or side with pizza and pasta.
Garlic bread is a universal favorite, but when you add a cheese-stuffed surprise inside, it becomes absolutely irresistible! This Cheese Stuffed Garlic Bread recipe is inspired by the kind served at pizzerias—crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, layered with melted mozzarella, and flavored with garlic butter and herbs.
It’s a recipe that works beautifully for house parties, game nights, or simply when you’re craving something indulgent. You can bake it from scratch with homemade dough or use readymade bread for a quicker version. Either way, the outcome is buttery, cheesy, and loaded with flavor.
Prepare Dough (if making from scratch):
Mix yeast, sugar, and warm water. Rest for 5 minutes till frothy.
In a bowl, combine flour, salt, and olive oil. Add yeast mixture.
Knead into a soft dough. Cover and rest for 1–1.5 hours until doubled.
Make Garlic Butter:
In a small bowl, mix butter, minced garlic, herbs, and coriander. Keep aside.
Shape & Stuff Bread:
Roll out the dough (or take a readymade bread loaf/naan).
Spread a thin layer of garlic butter.
Add grated mozzarella (and other fillings if using).
Fold over like a calzone and seal edges (or make slits if using loaf for pull-apart style).
Bake:
Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
Brush the top with garlic butter.
Bake for 15–20 minutes until golden brown.
Serve:
Slice while hot, pull apart, and enjoy the gooey cheese stretch!
Brush with extra garlic butter after baking for a glossy, flavorful finish.
Add chili flakes or peri-peri seasoning for a spicy twist.
For a desi flavor, sprinkle some chaat masala before serving.
Can be made on a stovetop tawa with covered cooking if oven isn’t available.
Yes! Cook on a covered non-stick pan or tawa on low flame for 10–12 mins per side.
Mozzarella for stretch, processed cheese for gooey texture, and cheddar for sharp flavor. A mix works best.
Wrap in foil and refrigerate for up to 24 hours. Reheat in oven/air fryer for best taste.
Yes—use vegan butter and dairy-free cheese.