Ingredients

8-10 garlic cloves

2 tbsp olive oil

Pinch of salt

½ cup butter, melted (113g)

1 egg

¼ cup milk (60g)

½ tsp salt

½ tsp paprika

2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley

12 King’s Hawaiian Original Hawaiian Sheet Rolls, kept in the full sheet form (or substitute with a French baguette of similar size)

2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

Chopped parsley and chili flakes for serving

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Mix the peeled garlic cloves with olive oil and a pinch of salt. Transfer to a small oven-safe pot with a lid or cover tightly with foil.

Step 2: Roast the garlic in the oven for about 20 minutes until soft and golden. Remove, mash with a fork, and set aside.

Step 3: In a bowl, combine the mashed roasted garlic, melted butter, egg, milk, ½ tsp salt, paprika, and chopped parsley. Whisk thoroughly until well combined to form the garlic butter custard.

Step 4: Reduce the oven temperature to 350°F (175°C). Use a sharp knife to carefully slice the sheet of bread rolls into two halves. Place them on a large baking sheet.

Step 5: Bake the bread halves for 8-10 minutes until they turn light golden and slightly crispy. Remove from the oven.

Step 6: Pour the garlic butter custard into a larger pan. Carefully dip the baked bread halves into the custard, coating all sides well.

Step 7: Place the coated bread back onto the baking sheet. Bake at 350°F for 15-18 minutes until golden brown.

Step 8: Remove the bread from the oven and generously cover the top with shredded mozzarella cheese. Switch the oven to broil/grill and broil for about 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and golden.

Step 9: Garnish with additional chopped parsley and chili flakes. Slice, serve warm, and enjoy!

Tips & Variations

For extra flavor, add a sprinkle of garlic powder or Italian seasoning to the custard mix.

Swap mozzarella for a mix of cheddar and parmesan for a sharper cheese taste.

If you don’t have Hawaiian rolls, a soft French baguette or Italian bread works just as well.

To make it vegan, use dairy-free butter, plant-based milk, and skip the egg, or replace with a flax egg.

Add cooked bacon bits or chopped sun-dried tomatoes inside for a tasty twist.

FAQs

Can I make this garlic bread ahead of time?

Yes, you can prepare the garlic butter custard and roast the garlic in advance. Assemble and bake the bread just before serving for the best texture and flavor.

What if I don’t have a broiler in my oven?

If your oven doesn’t have a broil setting, bake the bread with cheese at 350°F a little longer until the cheese melts and lightly browns, or use a kitchen torch carefully to brown the cheese.