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Parmesan Bread Bites Recipe

Parmesan Bread Bites Recipe
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These Parmesan Bread Bites feature soft, chewy homemade pizza dough brushed with a flavorful garlic butter infused with Italian herbs and parsley, then baked to golden perfection. Perfect as a savory appetizer or snack, these bites combine the rich aroma of garlic butter with the cheesy goodness of Parmesan for an irresistible treat that’s easy to make and endlessly customizable.

Ingredients

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Homemade Pizza Dough

  • 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour (or bread flour for chewier texture)
  • 1 cup warm water (105°F to 110°F)
  • 2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast (1 packet)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon sugar or honey (optional, for richer dough)

Garlic Butter

  • ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, room temperature
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced finely (or 1 teaspoon garlic salt as a substitute)
  • ¼ teaspoon salt (plus an additional ⅛ teaspoon for brushing)
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley (or 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, minced)
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese (for sprinkling)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the pizza dough: In a small bowl, dissolve the yeast in warm water along with sugar or honey if using. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy, indicating the yeast is active. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt. Pour in the yeast mixture and olive oil, then mix until a dough forms.
  2. Knead the dough: Transfer the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Shape the dough into a ball, place it in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a clean cloth or plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm place for 1-1.5 hours or until doubled in size.
  3. Make the garlic butter: While the dough rises, combine the room temperature unsalted butter with the minced garlic, salt, Italian seasoning, and parsley. Mix well until it forms a smooth, spreadable butter. Adjust salt if you used garlic salt instead of fresh garlic.
  4. Shape the bread bites: Once the dough has risen, punch it down gently to release the air. Roll it out on a floured surface into a roughly 12 x 14 inch rectangle about ½ inch thick. Spread half of the garlic butter evenly over the dough. Using a sharp knife or pizza cutter, slice the dough into bite-sized squares approximately 1.5 inches each.
  5. Assemble and bake: Arrange the dough bites close together on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Brush the tops generously with the remaining garlic butter and sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese on top. Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 15-18 minutes or until the bites are golden brown and the cheese is melted and slightly crisp.
  6. Serve warm: Remove from the oven and allow the bites to cool for a few minutes. Serve warm as a delicious appetizer or snack with marinara sauce, ranch, or your favorite dipping sauce.

Notes

  • You can use store-bought pizza dough in a pinch, but homemade dough yields the best texture and flavor.
  • Fresh minced garlic is preferred for the garlic butter, but garlic salt can be used to save time—adjust added salt accordingly.
  • Make the dough ahead and refrigerate for up to 2-3 days or freeze for longer storage. Bring to room temperature before shaping.
  • For a chewier texture, use bread flour instead of all-purpose flour.
  • These bites pair wonderfully with marinara sauce or a garlic aioli dip.

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Keywords: Parmesan bread bites, garlic butter bread, homemade pizza dough, Italian appetizer, savory snack, cheesy bread bites

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