Garlic Parmesan Bubble Bread (Soft, Buttery & Pull-Apart Delicious!)
- Sarah Smith
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This Garlic Parmesan Bubble Bread is the ultimate cozy side dish — soft, fluffy dough balls brushed with garlic butter, sprinkled with Parmesan, and baked until golden and irresistible. It’s simple, comforting, and perfect for pairing with pasta, soups, casseroles, or holiday dinners.
With minimal ingredients and big flavor, this pull-apart bread will quickly become a family favorite. Serve it warm with Homemade Marinara, Chicken Alfredo, or White Lasagna with Chicken & Spinach for a complete cozy meal.
Recipe Card
Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 30 minutes Total Time: 45 minutes Servings: 8–10
Ingredients
For the Dough Balls
1 can (16 oz) refrigerated biscuits or 1 lb pizza dough
½ cup grated Parmesan
1 tablespoon fresh parsley (or 1 teaspoon dried)
Garlic Butter Mixture
6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
3 garlic cloves, minced
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
¼ teaspoon salt
Instructions
1. Prep
Preheat oven to 350°F.
Grease a Bundt pan or 9×13 baking dish.
2. Cut the Dough
Cut biscuits (or pizza dough) into quarters.
Roll each piece into a small dough ball.
3. Make the Garlic Butter
In a bowl, mix melted butter, minced garlic, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and salt.
4. Coat the Dough Balls
Dip each dough ball into the garlic butter.
Toss lightly in Parmesan.
Layer them evenly in the baking dish or Bundt pan.
Pour any remaining garlic butter over the top.
5. Bake
Bake 30–35 minutes (Bundt pan) or 22–26 minutes (9×13 pan).
Bread is done when puffed, golden, and cooked through in the center.
Cool for 5 minutes, then invert if using a Bundt pan.
How to Serve
Serve warm with marinara, garlic dipping oil, or alongside lasagna, soups, casseroles, or roasted chicken. This bread is especially good on cozy pasta nights!
Conclusion
This Garlic Parmesan Bubble Bread is buttery, fluffy, and incredibly addictive — a perfect side dish that feels special without any extra effort. It’s a must-try for weeknight dinners, parties, or holiday meals.
Garlic Parmesan Bubble Bread-FAQ
1. Can I use pizza dough instead of canned biscuits?
Yes! Pizza dough works beautifully and gives a slightly chewier, more homemade texture. Just cut it into small pieces and roll into balls.
2. What’s the best pan to use for bubble bread?
A Bundt pan gives the classic pull-apart ring shape, but a 9×13 baking dish or even a round cake pan works perfectly.
3. Can I make this bread ahead of time?
You can prepare the dough balls and assemble them in the pan, then refrigerate for up to 6 hours before baking. Bake just before serving for the best texture.
4. Can I use pre-minced garlic?
You can, but freshly minced garlic has the best flavor. If using jarred garlic, reduce slightly since it’s stronger.
5. How do I keep the bread from sticking to the pan?
Grease the Bundt pan generously with butter or nonstick spray. Also make sure the bread cools for 5 minutes before inverting.
6. Can I add more cheese?
Absolutely! Extra Parmesan or a sprinkle of mozzarella on top makes it extra cheesy and delicious.
7. How can I make this recipe spicy?
Add crushed red pepper flakes to the garlic butter or mix in a bit of cayenne for a subtle kick.
8. Can I use fresh herbs instead of dried?
Yes — fresh parsley, basil, or thyme are great additions. Increase the herbs to 1–2 tablespoons when using fresh.
9. Can I freeze Garlic Parmesan Bubble Bread?
Yes! Bake it first, cool completely, then freeze in airtight portions. Reheat in the oven at 325°F until warmed through.
10. How long does leftover bubble bread stay fresh?
It’s best eaten the same day, but leftovers keep 2–3 days in an airtight container. Reheat in the oven for the best texture.
11. Can I make this without Parmesan?
Yes — swap Parmesan for Romano or Asiago, or omit cheese to make Garlic Bubble Bread instead.
12. What can I serve this with?
It pairs beautifully with:
Pasta bakes
Lasagna
Soups
Casseroles
Roasted chicken
Marinara or garlic dipping oil