Garlic Parmesan Pull Apart Bread

This Garlic Parmesan Pull Apart Bread is the savory, irresistible cousin of classic monkey bread. Made with frozen dinner rolls, each piece is drenched in buttery goodness and generously coated with Parmesan cheese and garlic. Whether baked in a bundt pan, skillet, or loaf pan, this pull-apart bread delivers flavor in every bite and is guaranteed to be a crowd-pleasing appetizer or side dish for family dinner.

Ingredients to Make Garlic Parmesan Pull Apart Bread Recipe

If you’re looking for a delicious garlic bread recipe without making homemade bread, this recipe is for you. When I make this Garlic Parmesan Pull-Apart Bread, I love baking it in a loaf pan, it looks just like a regular loaf of bread, but way more fun to eat. That said, you can bake it in any shape you like, there’s no wrong way to enjoy cheesy, garlic bread! And when it comes to Parmesan, the sky’s the limit so pile it on, if you’re feeling extra! Serve it straight from the oven, golden brown and bubbly, with a buttery brush on top for that drool-worthy shine.

Checkout this quick list of ingredients you’ll need to make easy Garlic Parmesan Pull Apart Rolls: (Scroll down for full printable recipe card.)

• Dough – 16 frozen unbaked white dinner rolls i.e. Rhodes rolls or a similar brand from the grocery store, forms the base of the bread.
• Butter – Melted unsalted butter gives the breads a rich flavor.
• Cheese – Finely grated Parmesan-Romano cheese.
• Seasonings – Dry parsley flakes, granulated garlic or garlic powder, salt, dried basil or Italian seasoning and onion powder.

How to Make Easy Garlic Parmesan Pull Apart Bread Recipe

• Thaw the Rolls – Remove the frozen dinner rolls from the freezer and allow to sit on the counter just until they have thawed enough to cut. Use a sharp knife to quarter.
• Make the Seasoned Garlic Butter – Melt butter in a medium-size (or large) microwave safe bowl using the melt function. Once melted, add granulated garlic, parsley, salt, basil and onion powder. Mix well. Add the quartered rolls to the butter, and toss gently to coat.
• Coat Balls of Dough with Parmesan Cheese – Add Parmesan-Romano cheese to the balls of bread dough. Gently stir until each piece is evenly coated.
• Layer the Rolls in the Prepared Pan – Spray a large loaf pan with cooking spray. Layer the dough quarters evenly in the pan. Sprinkle the remaining cheese on top.
• Let Rise – Cover the pan loosely with plastic wrap and let rise.
• Oven – Remove plastic wrap and bake in a preheated oven per the recipe until the center is completely done.
• Brush top with herb butter and serve.

Kitchen Equipment to Make Garlic Parmesan Bread

• One 9-inch or 10-inch loaf pan.
• Measuring cups and spoons.
• Sharp knife and cutting board to prep the rolls dough.
• Pastry brush for brushing butter on the top of the tolls.
• Cheese grater for finely grating the cheese.
• One Large Bowl for melting the butter. I’m all about saving time in the kitchen so I like to use a large bowl for melting the butter and it can double as the mixing bowl.

Recipe Variations and Substitutions

• Frozen Rolls – Feel free to use your favorite brand of unbaked frozen dinner rolls for this recipe, just make sure they’re the raw dough kind, not the heat-and-serve variety. Want a shortcut? You can swap in canned biscuits instead, no rising time needed and still totally delicious!
• Butter – You can use salted or unsalted butter. I typically recommend using unsalted as the Parmesan cheese will add plenty of saltiness to the flavor.
• Garlic Cloves – You could add 1-2 minced garlic cloves to amp up the flavor even more.
• Herbs – You can easily swap in fresh parsley or chives for the dried parsley if you prefer. That said, dried herbs work beautifully in this recipe and bring plenty of flavor to the garlic-herb butter.
• Thaw the Rolls Slightly – The dough will start to thaw quickly, so it’s important to let it soften just enough to make cutting it into quarters easier. It should still be cold to the touch—don’t wait too long, or it will begin to rise, which can affect how the bread bakes.
• Serving Suggestions – Serve these rolls as a savory side dish, especially alongside classics like soup, pasta, stew, baked ziti, lasagna or spaghetti.
• Serve as an Appetizer – They also make a fantastic appetizer or snack, perfect for dipping into warm marinara or pizza sauce or a light drizzle of honey for a sweet and savory twist.
• Use with Dips – Fresh from the oven, this warm bread is irresistibly delicious with any meal, but it really shines at parties when paired with dips like creamy spinach artichoke dip or marry me chicken dip. Don’t be surprised if it starts disappearing the moment you set it out!

Alternate Shapes and Pans

• Loaf Pan – This pull-apart bread is best baked in a 9 or 10-inch loaf pan. Alternatively, you can divide the dough between two standard 8-inch loaf pans to make smaller loaves. Just keep in mind that smaller loaves will bake faster, so be sure to adjust the baking time accordingly.
• Alternate Pan – If you’re someone who loves for all of the rolls to have that crispy golden top, I highly recommend making the pull apart rolls in 9-inch round spring form or 10-inch pie pan, 8-inch tart pan or a 10-inch cast iron skillet. 
• Additional Baking Options – Bake this bread in a bundt pan like monkey bread, individual size in a standard size muffin pan (4 pieces in each well baking for 20-25 minutes) or a square 8×8-inch baking dish.

Storage and Leftovers

• Leftovers – Store leftover Garlic Parmesan Pull Apart Bread in an airtight container or wrapped in foil chilled in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
• Reheating – Gently reheat rolls in individual servings in the microwave or in a preheated 350°F oven just until heated through.
• Freezer – You can freeze leftovers for 1-2 months. Thaw in the fridge and reheat just before serving.

More Easy Rolls and Bread Recipes to Make

Looking for more pull apart bread to enjoy?

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• Pull Apart Cinnamon Sugar Breadsticks come with a dreamy cream cheese dip.
• Pull Apart Sausage Egg and Cheese Rolls for a delicious brunch option.
• Use a fluffy inexpensive loaf of bread to make this Supreme Pizza Pull Apart Bread.
• For dessert serve Praline Pecan Monkey Bread dripping with caramel sauce.
• Italian Sausage Bubble Bread is perfect for snacking or entertaining.
• For a sweet pull apart bread option, checkout this recipe for Praline Pull Apart Bread from My Recipes.

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• Sheet Pans
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