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An extreme close-up shot of the golden-brown baked crust of homemade garlic bread, showcasing its perfect texture.

Sourdough Discard Garlic Pull Apart Bread (Easy & Cheesy!)

Use your sourdough discard to make the ultimate Sourdough Discard Garlic Pull Apart Bread! This easy, no-waste recipe creates a fluffy, cheesy, and savory loaf packed with garlic butter goodness. Perfect as a side or appetizer.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Appetizer, Side Dish, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 4 cups All-Purpose Flour 500g
  • 1 cup Sourdough Discard unfed, straight from the fridge
  • 1 cup Whole Milk warmed to 110°F
  • 2 1/4 tsp Instant Yeast 1 packet
  • 1/4 cup Unsalted Butter melted
  • 1 tbsp Granulated Sugar
  • 1 1/2 tsp Salt
For the Garlic Butter Filling
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter melted
  • 4-6 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 1/2 cups Shredded Mozzarella Cheese
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley chopped
  • 1/2 tsp Salt

Equipment

  • 1 Stand Mixer with dough hook attachment
  • 1 9x5-inch Loaf Pan

Method
 

  1. In a stand mixer bowl with a dough hook, combine flour, yeast, sugar, and salt. Add warm milk, melted butter, and sourdough discard. Mix on low until a shaggy dough forms, then knead on medium for 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  2. Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 60-90 minutes, or until doubled in size.
  3. While dough rises, melt the butter for the filling. Stir in minced garlic, parsley, and salt. Set aside.
  4. Punch down the dough and roll it into a 12x20 inch rectangle. Brush with the garlic butter and sprinkle with mozzarella cheese. Cut into five 4-inch wide strips. Stack the strips, then cut the stack into six equal smaller stacks.
  5. Arrange the stacks in a greased 9x5 inch loaf pan, cut side up. Cover and let rise for 30-45 minutes, until puffy.
  6. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown. Let cool for 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

Ensure your milk is not too hot, as it can kill the yeast.
For an extra cheesy crust, sprinkle a little extra mozzarella on top before baking.
This bread is best enjoyed the day it's made.