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Rosemary garlic pull apart bread baked golden brown with buttery herb layers and melted cheese between soft dough pieces.

Rosemary Garlic Pull Apart Bread

Soft yeasted dough torn into pieces, tossed in garlic rosemary butter, and baked into one golden loaf that pulls apart easily. A buttery homemade bread great for sharing.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 310
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 1/2 cups all purpose flour
  • 1 packet (2 1/4 tsp) active dry yeast
  • 1 cup warm milk
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter, melted, for dough
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted, for layers
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh rosemary
  • 1/4 tsp salt, for butter mixture
  • 1/4 cup grated parmesan, optional

Equipment

  • Loaf Pan
  • Stand Mixer

Method
 

  1. Proof yeast in warm milk and sugar, then mix in flour, egg, butter, and salt.
  2. Knead dough until smooth, then let rise for 1 hour.
  3. Whisk together butter, garlic, rosemary, and salt.
  4. Tear dough into pieces, toss in butter mixture, and layer in a loaf pan.
  5. Rise for 30 minutes, then bake at 350°F for 30 to 35 minutes.

Notes

  • Tear dough pieces roughly for better butter absorption.
  • Allow the second rise fully before baking for a lighter texture.
  • Freezes well wrapped tightly for up to 2 months.
  • Warm briefly in the oven before serving leftovers.