Description
Golden, garlicky Cheesy Texas Toast topped with mozzarella and cheddar, baked until bubbly, then broiled for irresistible browned spots. A quick, budget-friendly side or snack that tastes like pizzeria comfort.
Ingredients
8 slices Texas toast, thick-cut (3/4–1 inch)
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
3 cloves fresh garlic, finely minced (or 1–1 1/2 tsp garlic powder)
2 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped (plus more for garnish)
1/2 tsp fine sea salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1 1/2 cups shredded low-moisture mozzarella
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar
2 tbsp finely grated Parmesan (optional)
Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment.
- In a bowl, mix softened butter, garlic, parsley, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Spread garlic butter over one side of each slice of Texas toast.
- Mix mozzarella, cheddar, and Parmesan (if using), then divide evenly over buttered sides.
- Bake on the middle rack for 6–8 minutes, until edges turn golden and cheese is melted.
- Broil on high 1–2 minutes for browned, bubbly spots (watch closely).
- Sprinkle with parsley and red pepper flakes if desired. Serve hot.
Notes
Use a wire rack over the baking sheet to prevent soggy bottoms.
Mix cheeses for best flavor and melt—mozzarella for stretch, cheddar for bite, Parmesan for depth.
Adjust bake time slightly if using thinner bread slices.
For stronger garlic flavor, add a touch of garlic powder to butter and finish with fresh garlic after baking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8–10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking & Broiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 390mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 45mg