Fluffy Cheesy Garlic Bread with Double Cheese Layers

This fluffy garlic bread with double cheese layers is everything garlic bread lovers crave: soft, airy dough, rich buttery garlic flavor, and two generous layers of melted cheese that make every bite irresistible. Baked until golden and aromatic, it’s the kind of recipe that disappears minutes after it comes out of the oven.

Unlike classic crusty garlic bread, this version is made with a yeasted dough, resulting in a pillowy interior that soaks up the garlic butter beautifully. It’s perfect as a side dish, party appetizer, or comfort snack — and it pairs effortlessly with pasta, soups, or salads.

Fluffy Cheesy Garlic Bread with Double Cheese Layers

Recipe by George Zolis

5.0 from 2 votes

Course: SnackCuisine: GreekDifficulty: Easy

Servings

12

servings

Prep time

20

minutes

Cooking time

30

minutes

Calories

340

kcal

Total time

50

minutes

Soft, fluffy homemade garlic bread filled with two layers of melted cheese and topped with garlic butter. Perfect for sharing and baking at home.

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Ingredients

Metric US

• 600 g 4 cup All-purpose Flour

• 250 g 1 cup Lukewarm Milk

• 1 tsp 1 tsp Sugar

• 10 g 3 1/2 tsp Dry Yeast

• 2 tsp 2 tsp Salt

• 1 tsp 1 tsp Dried Thyme

• 2 tbsp 2 tbsp Vinegar

• 150 g 10.5 tbsp Butter (for the Dough)

• 100 g 7 tbsp Butter (for brushing)

• 1/2 bunch 1/2 bunch Fresh Parsley, finely chopped

• 3 3 Garlic Cloves, grated

• 400 g 14 oz Shredded Melting Cheese

• Sesame Seeds, for sprinkling (optional)

How to make Garlic Bread

• In a bowl, add the sugar, milk, and yeast. Stir well until the yeast dissolves.
• Sift the flour into the bowl, add the salt and thyme, and mix.
• Add the butter and knead until you have a smooth dough that does not stick to your hands.
• Form the dough into a ball and score a cross on top. Place it in a bowl, cover with a towel, and let it rise in a warm place for 30 minutes, until doubled in size.
• In a small bowl, melt the 100 g butter and grate the garlic into it. Add the chopped parsley and mix.
• Lightly knead the dough to deflate it and divide it into two equal portions.
• Roll out the first portion on a floured surface. Grease a baking pan and transfer the dough into it.
• Spread a layer of shredded cheese over the dough.
• Roll out the second portion of dough and place it over the cheese. Press the edges to seal.
• Using a skewer or toothpick, poke small holes across the surface.
• Let the dough rest for 20 minutes.
• Score the surface into small squares.
• Pour the garlic–butter mixture evenly over the dough.
• Add a second layer of shredded cheese on top and sprinkle with sesame seeds, if using.
• Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (180°C), conventional heat, for 30–35 minutes, until golden and fully baked.

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What Makes This Garlic Bread Extra Soft

The use of milk, butter, and yeast creates a tender, bakery-style crumb. Unlike baguette-based garlic bread, this dough stays fluffy even after baking, making it ideal for absorbing the garlic butter without becoming dry.

Double Cheese, Double Flavor

Layering cheese both inside the bread and on top ensures maximum melt and flavor. As it bakes, the lower layer stays creamy while the top layer forms a lightly golden, cheesy crust.

Perfect for Sharing

This pull-apart style garlic bread is excellent for:

• Family dinners
• Holiday tables
• Game-day spreads
• Potluck gatherings

Cut into squares, it’s easy to serve and even easier to enjoy.