Description
Garlic Bread Roll Ups are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer featuring soft French bread spread with a flavorful garlic butter mixture, filled with melted mozzarella cheese, and baked until golden and bubbly. These bite-sized roll-ups are perfect for serving alongside your favorite dipping sauces for a savory snack or party treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Bread
- 1 loaf of French bread (or 8-10 pieces of small baguette-style bread)
Garlic Butter Mixture
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (or 1 tablespoon dried parsley)
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt to taste
- ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional, for a little heat)
Cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat to prepare for baking the roll-ups.
- Prepare Garlic Butter: In a small bowl, combine the softened butter, minced garlic, chopped parsley, dried oregano, salt, and crushed red pepper flakes if using. Mix well to create a uniform garlic butter spread.
- Slice Bread: Slice the French bread into 1-inch thick slices. If using a larger loaf, slice each piece in half lengthwise. For smaller baguette pieces, use them as is.
- Spread Butter: Spread the prepared garlic butter mixture evenly on each bread slice or half slice, ensuring full coverage on the cut side.
- Add Cheese: Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese generously over the buttered side of each bread piece. Optionally, add a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese on top for extra flavor.
- Roll Up Bread: Carefully roll each bread slice tightly into a compact roll, similar to a mini cinnamon roll or burrito. Place each roll-up seam-side down on the lined baking sheet to prevent unrolling during baking.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes until the bread turns golden, the cheese melts fully, and the garlic butter smells fragrant. The outside will be slightly crispy.
- Cool and Garnish: Remove the baking sheet from the oven and allow the roll-ups to cool for a few minutes. Optionally, sprinkle with additional chopped parsley for a fresh pop of color.
- Serve: Serve the garlic bread roll-ups warm with marinara sauce or a creamy dipping sauce on the side to enhance the flavor experience.
Notes
- You can customize the herbs used in the garlic butter to your preference.
- For extra heat, increase the crushed red pepper flakes or add a dash of cayenne pepper.
- Use fresh bread for the best texture and flavor.
- These roll-ups can be prepared ahead of time and baked just before serving.
- Serve immediately after baking to enjoy the melted cheese and crispy bread.
