Homemade Cheesy Garlic Bread

Eating With Zion

December 20, 2025

25 minutes

super easy

12 cheesy garlic breads

Homemade Cheesy Garlic Bread (Clean, Copycat Version of Papa Johns Cheesy Garlic Bread) 🧀🧄

I used to love the cheesy garlic bread from Papa John’s or Little Caesars, the gooey cheese, garlicky flavor, and crispy edges were unbeatable, it was just so good. When I became a mom I started paying closer attention to ingredients and realized those versions are filled with like a thousand not-so-good ingredients. My kids have actually never tried store-bought cheesy garlic bread, and honestly, they don’t need to. This homemade version is something toddlers, older kids, and adults all happily eat, making it perfect for lunch, dinner sides, or even a snacky meal. It is just as good and everyone in your house will devour them!

What I love most about this recipe is how easy the dough is. No yeast, no rising, no waiting around. It comes together in minutes and bakes into the most golden, cheesy, incredibly delicious garlic bread that rivals any takeout version, without additives or preservatives.

Why You’ll Love This Homemade Version of Cheesy Garlic Bread 💛

Made with simple, clean ingredients
No yeast or rising time required
Soft in the center with golden, crispy edges
Toddler-friendly and family-approved
Great for lunchboxes, quick meals, or sharing
Reheats really well from fridge and freezer

How to Serve It 🍽️

As a yummy toddler lunch with fruit on the side 🍓
Cut into squares for little hands
Dip into marinara or pizza sauce 🍅
Serve alongside soup, salad, or pasta
Share as a family-style appetizer

What You Need:

Medium Size Baking Tray

Parchment Paper

Mixing Bowl

If you enjoyed this recipe, here are some more yummy toddler lunch ideas:

Sweet Potato Pizza

Easy Cauliflower Pizza

Cauliflower Cheese Bread

Chicken & Cheese Roll Ups

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Ingredients

Adjust Servings

	1 cup white spelt flour (or all-purpose)
	1 tsp baking powder
	1 cup whipped cottage cheese + a little more for spreading on dough
	1 tbsp olive oil
	3/4 cup shredded cheese (a mix of mozzarella and cheddar)
	1/2 tsp salt
	1 tsp garlic powder
	1 tsp Italian seasoning

Directions

1.

Preheat oven to 375F

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2.

Start by mixing the whipped cottage cheese, white spelt flour, and baking powder together in a bowl until a shaggy dough forms

I like to whip my cottage cheese in a blender to remove the clumps, it's not necessary but it will give you a smooth dough

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2.

Lightly flour your surface, transfer the dough and knead for about one minute, just until it comes together

If dough is too sticky add a little more flour on top when kneading

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3.

Line a medium baking sheet with parchment paper and drizzle olive oil directly onto the paper. Place the dough on top, wet your hands with the oil from the tray and gently press and stretch the dough into a thin square (really try and thin it out till its covering the whole baking tray, to ensure you don't have a thick dough)

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4.

Spread a thin layer of whipped cottage cheese over the dough, sprinkle generously with shredded mozzarella and cheddar, season with salt, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning then finish with another little drizzle of olive oil

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5.

Bake for 20 min until golden, bubbly, and irresistible

If you want a softer dough 20 minutes should be enough, if you want a crispier dough bake for an additional 2-3 minutes

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6.

Slice into rectangle shapes and enjoy!

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Notes

Storage instructions- Refrigerator: Store leftover cheesy garlic bread in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Reheating: Warm in the oven at 350°F for a few minutes to crisp it back up, or reheat briefly in the microwave for a softer texture (great for toddlers).

Freezer: You can freeze slices in a freezer-safe container for up to 2 months. Thaw in the fridge and reheat before serving.

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