Chili Cheese Garlic Bread Slices (Printable)

Crispy cheesy bread slices with garlic and chili, perfect for snacks or parties; quick to prepare and vegetarian-friendly.

# What you'll need:

→ Bread

01 - 1 baguette or Italian loaf, cut into 8 slices

→ Garlic Butter

02 - 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
03 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
05 - 1/2 teaspoon salt

→ Cheese and Toppings

06 - 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
07 - 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
08 - 2 green chilies, finely chopped or 1 jalapeño, finely chopped
09 - 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, optional

# Method:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Combine softened butter, minced garlic, chopped parsley, and salt in a mixing bowl. Mix thoroughly until incorporated.
03 - Spread the garlic butter evenly across each bread slice with a spoon or spatula.
04 - Sprinkle shredded mozzarella and cheddar cheese over the tops of the bread slices.
05 - Top each slice with finely chopped green chilies or jalapeño. If desired, add crushed red pepper flakes.
06 - Place prepared bread slices onto the lined baking sheet. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbling and edges are golden.
07 - Remove from oven and serve hot. Garnish with additional chopped parsley as preferred.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Quick to prepare with simple ingredients
  • Perfect balance of cheesy& garlicky& and spicy flavors
02 -
  • Contains dairy and gluten& always check cheese and bread labels for allergen traces if unsure
  • Calories per serving are about 210 with 11 g fat& 19 g carbs& and 8 g protein
03 -
  • Soften the butter fully to ensure smooth spreading
  • Bake until the cheese bubbles and edges are golden for best texture
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