Description
Bring the warmth and aroma of fresh-baked bread straight to your table with this Rosemary Garlic Pull Apart Bread. It’s soft, fluffy, and layered with buttery garlic, fresh rosemary, and a hint of parmesan for that savory kick. Each piece pulls apart effortlessly, making it the perfect shareable side for dinner parties, holiday feasts, or casual gatherings.
Whether you serve it with a hearty soup or as a snack with your favorite dip, this golden, herb-infused bread is guaranteed to impress.
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Ingredients
For the Dough:
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3 cups all-purpose flour
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2¼ tsp instant yeast (1 packet)
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1 tsp granulated sugar
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1 tsp salt
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1 cup warm water (about 110°F)
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2 tbsp olive oil
For the Garlic Herb Butter Coating:
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4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
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2 tbsp olive oil
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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1½ tbsp fresh rosemary, finely chopped
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½ tsp salt
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¼ tsp black pepper
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⅓ cup grated parmesan cheese (optional)
Optional Garnishes:
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Extra rosemary sprigs
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Flaky sea salt
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More grated parmesan
Instructions
Step 1: Make the Dough
In a large bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
Add olive oil, salt, and flour. Stir to form a soft dough.
Knead the dough for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
Step 2: Mix the Garlic Butter Coating
In a small bowl, whisk together melted butter, olive oil, minced garlic, chopped rosemary, salt, pepper, and parmesan (if using). Set aside.
Step 3: Shape the Dough Balls
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into 30–35 small balls (about 1½-inch pieces).
Step 4: Dip and Layer
Dip each dough ball into the garlic butter mixture, coating well.
Layer the coated dough balls into a greased bundt or loaf pan.
Sprinkle with additional parmesan and rosemary between layers if desired.
Step 5: Second Rise
Cover the pan and let the dough rise again for 30–40 minutes until puffed.
Step 6: Bake
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
Bake the bread for 30–35 minutes or until the top is golden brown.
If the top is browning too quickly, tent with foil during the last 10 minutes.
Step 7: Cool & Serve
Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
Invert carefully onto a plate or serving board.
Garnish with more rosemary, flaky salt, or parmesan if desired.
Serve warm and pull apart to enjoy!
Notes
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Use Fresh Rosemary – It adds bright, piney flavor and fragrance.
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Don’t Skip the Second Rise – It makes the bread light and fluffy.
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Use a Bundt Pan for Shape – Creates a stunning presentation, but any pan works.
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Brush with Extra Butter – Right after baking for shine and richness.
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Let it Rest – Cooling slightly allows the bread to hold its shape better when served.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Cuisine: American