Cheesy Spinach & Garlic Pull-Apart Bread with Secret Veggie Boost

This crowd-pleasing pull-apart bread combines gooey cheese, aromatic garlic, and nutrient-packed spinach for a sneaky veggie upgrade. Perfect for game nights or gatherings, it’s crispy on the outside and irresistibly soft inside. Ready in just 35 minutes!

Prep Time 15 minutes

Cook Time 20 minutes

Total Time 35 minutes

Servings 4 servings

Ingredients

• 1 large sourdough loaf (unsliced)
• 1 cup fresh spinach (finely chopped)
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
• 4 garlic cloves (minced)
• 1.5 cups shredded mozzarella
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped)

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Cut 1-inch crosshatch patterns into the bread without slicing through the bottom.
3. Mix melted butter, garlic, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes in a bowl.
4. Toss spinach with cheese blend in separate bowl.
5. Gently separate bread sections and stuff each crevice with spinach-cheese mixture.
6. Brush entire loaf with garlic butter, making sure it seeps between slices.
7. Wrap loosely in foil, bake 15 minutes. Uncover, bake 5 more minutes.
8. Broil 2-3 minutes until golden and bubbly.
9. Garnish with parsley and serve warm.

Chef's Note

For extra crispiness, broil the bread for the last 2 minutes.

Make-Ahead Tips

Assemble up to 24 hours in advance and bake before serving.

Substitutions

Spinach can be replaced with kale or zucchini.