This easy to prep garlic bread dip is all made in one pan requiring minimal prep and minimal clean up. This cheesy dip only requires 12 simple ingredients making this easy appetizer the perfect high quality dish for game day or any party or special occasion. It is also a very kid friendly dip since it embodies all of the delicious flavors of garlic bread in dip form.
This baked garlic bread dip is a simple recipe to serve for football Sunday game day. It is also a great dip to serve at any party or special occasion. This dip embodies all of the flavors of homemade garlic bread making it a great option for a unique side dish for your favorite pasta weeknight dinners.
This was inspired by my crab rangoon dip recipe on this site, and pairs well with this lobster ravioli recipe.
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Ingredients
The main ingredients in this creamy garlic bread dip are cream cheese, mayonnaise, sour cream, mozzarella cheese and parmesan cheese. The bulk of the flavor is added by the fresh garlic, roasted garlic, garlic powder, salt, black pepper and parsley. Baked or fresh baguette are the best options for dipping.
- cream cheese
- mayonnaise
- sour cream
- mozzarella cheese
- parmesan cheese
- garlic (raw garlic and roasted garlic)
- garlic powder
- salt
- black pepper
- fresh parsley
- French baguette
- extra virgin olive oil
See recipe card for quantities.
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Slice the top of two heads of garlic off. Place each had of garlic in a bed of aluminum foil. Drizzle olive oil over each head of garlic and add salt and pepper. Wrap garlic in aluminum foil and bake 40-45 minutes until garlic is roasted and slightly golden brown.
- Step 2: Slice French baguette. Coat both sides of bread slices with a drizzle of olive oil. Bake about 15 minutes or until baguette is lightly toasted.
- Step 3: Add softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, sour cream, shredded mozzarella, raw garlic, and roasted garlic to a medium mixing bowl. Mix until combined. Add garlic powder, salt, pepper and fresh parsley. Mix until combined. Transfer dip to a baking dish.
- Step 4: Bake garlic bread dip for 35-40 minutes or until golden brown on top and bubbling. Remove from oven. Serve immediately with crusty bread or save for later.
Hint: to soften cream cheese, leave it out on the counter about 20 minutes before use. If you forget to leave it out, microwave the unwrapped bar of cream cheese on a microwave safe plate for about 20-30 seconds until softened.
Substitutions
- Dairy Free - use vegan mayonnaise, vegan cream cheese, vegan cheese, and vegan sour cream to make this recipe dairy free
- Bread - use gluten free baguette instead of white bread to make this gluten free. The dip itself is gluten free friendly
- Vegetarian - this recipe is already meat free. Swap out vegan ingredients to make this recipe vegan friendly
Variations
- Spicy - add chili pepper flakes or diced jalapeno to the dip to add a little heat
- Garlic Bread - add this mixture to Italian bread and bake with cheese on top for a garlic bread version
- Kid friendly - serve with tortilla chips or un-toasted bread
See this cheesy garlic bread version of this recipe on my website!
Equipment
To make this recipe, you will need a small or medium baking dish, a baking sheet, medium mixing bowl, measuring cups and spoons and a rubber spatula. Aluminum foil and a sharp knife and cutting board are also needed for the process of roasting the garlic. A garlic press or microplane is used to grate the fresh garlic.
If you are shredding your own mozzarella cheese, a cheese grater is needed.
How to Store Garlic Bread Dip
Store the leftover dip in an airtight container or in the baking dish covered with aluminum foil in the fridge. Good for 3-5 days. Reheat leftovers in the oven or the microwave prior to serving.
These ingredients don't stand up well to freezing.
Top Tip
Do not use pre-shredded mozzarella. There is a film on pre-shredded cheese that is used to help preserve it which prevents the cheese from melting evenly. For best results, it is best to shred the mozzarella cheese yourself.
FAQ
Yes, all of the dairy ingredients in this dip can be swapped out for vegan versions.
Yes, preparing the dip a day ahead is a great option to save time. For best results, place dip in the fridge before baking and bake right before you are ready to serve it.
Yes, mild cheeses like Monterey Jack or provolone can substitute mozzarella while maintaining the melty texture.
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Pairing
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📖 Recipe
Cheesy Garlic Bread Dip Recipe with Roasted Garlic
Equipment
- 1 small or medium baking dish
- 1 Medium Mixing Bowl
- 1 Rubber Spatula
- 1 measuring cups and spoons
- 1 sharp knife and cutting board
- 1 microplane or garlic press
- 1 Cheese Grater
- 1 Baking Sheet
Ingredients
- 8 oz cream cheese
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ⅓ cup sour cream
- 8 oz mozzarella cheese shredded
- ¼ cup parmesan cheese grated
- 2 heads garlic roasted
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- 2 tablespoon parsley fresh
- olive oil to toast bread
- 1 French baguette
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Slice the top of two heads of garlic off. Place each had of garlic in a bed of aluminum foil. Drizzle olive oil over each head of garlic and add salt and pepper. Wrap garlic in aluminum foil and bake 40-45 minutes until garlic is roasted and slightly golden brown.
- Slice French baguette. Coat both sides of bread slices with a drizzle of olive oil. Bake about 15 minutes or until baguette is lightly toasted.
- Add softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, sour cream, shredded mozzarella, raw garlic, and roasted garlic to a medium mixing bowl. Mix until combined. Add garlic powder, salt, pepper and fresh parsley. Mix until combined. Transfer dip to a baking dish.
- Bake garlic bread dip for 35-40 minutes or until golden brown on top and bubbling. Remove from oven. Serve immediately with crusty bread or save for later.
Notes
- save leftovers in an airtight container or in the baking dish covered with aluminum foil in the fridge for 3-5 days.
- these ingredients do not stand up well to freezing.
- reheat leftovers in the oven or the microwave prior to serving.
Nutrition
If you have any questions about how to make this garlic bread dip or need other appetizer suggestions, leave a comment below!
Fred says
This garlic bread dip is easy to make and such a crowd pleaser. The whole family loved it and I will definitely be making it again!
Alicia Moyer says
I am so happy you enjoyed!