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Homemade Cheesy Garlic Bread 🧀🧄
A clean, homemade copycat of classic cheesy garlic bread — gooey, garlicky, golden and crispy, without additives or preservatives. Loved by toddlers, kids, and adults alike.
I used to love cheesy garlic bread from Papa John’s or Little Caesars, but once I became a mom, I started paying closer attention to ingredients. This homemade version is just as good — if not better — and my kids don’t miss the store-bought version at all.
The dough is incredibly easy: no yeast, no rising, no waiting. It comes together in minutes and bakes into golden, cheesy perfection.
How to Serve It 🍽️
- As a toddler lunch with fruit on the side 🍓
- Cut into squares for little hands
- Dip into marinara or pizza sauce 🍅
- Serve alongside soup, salad, or pasta
- Share as a family-style appetizer
Ingredients
- 1 cup white spelt flour (or all-purpose)
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 cup whipped cottage cheese, plus more for spreading
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 3/4 cup shredded cheese (mozzarella & cheddar mix)
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
Directions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Mix whipped cottage cheese, flour, and baking powder until a shaggy dough forms.
- Lightly flour a surface and knead dough for about 1 minute.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper, drizzle with olive oil, and press dough into a thin square.
- Spread cottage cheese over dough, top with shredded cheese, salt, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning. Drizzle with olive oil.
- Bake for 20 minutes until golden and bubbly. Add 2–3 minutes for a crispier crust.
- Slice into rectangles and enjoy.
Storage Notes
🧊 Refrigerator: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
🔥 Reheating: Reheat in the oven at 350°F for crispiness, or microwave briefly for a softer texture (great for toddlers).
❄️ Freezer: Freeze slices for up to 2 months. Thaw in the fridge and reheat before serving.
