This bread machine recipe makes a cheesy 1-pound loaf of garlic bread that’s soft, flavorful, and smells amazing. With a golden crust and melt-in-your-mouth texture, it’s sure to be a favorite. For an extra cheesy twist, broil it at the end for a bubbly, golden finish!

Bread Machine Garlic Bread

I’m absolutely obsessed with making bread in the bread machine, and our Bread Machine Italian Bread recipe is a family favorite! So, I thought it was time to take it up a notch and make a garlic bread version. This recipe is perfect because it’s simple, soft, and full of garlic flavor. Plus, you can take it a step further by broiling it at the end to make it extra cheesy and golden—just the way garlic bread should be! If you’re also a fan of homemade bread, you can check out even more of my bread machine recipes!

Whether you’re enjoying this bread on its own or pairing it with a dish like my favorite meatless homemade lasagna or homemade tomato soup, this garlic Parmesan bread will quickly become a go-to in your kitchen. Enjoy!

This make a 1 pound loaf of garlic bread. I use a Zojirushi Home Bakery Maestro Breadmaker which is one of our most used kitchen appliances.

loaf of garlic bread out of bread machine.

Garlic Bread Ingredients

Water, This recipe requires a little additional water than my usual bread machine recipes because we’re adding in Parmesan cheese. The cheese soaks up the water, requiring more. I’ve done lots of test baking for this bread, and you can see how big of a difference 1/4 cup makes when making a smooth raised bread top.

comparison of 2 loafs of bread using different water amounts, one is more smoother on top.

Olive oil
Honey, adding a very subtle natural sweetness to the bread. You could skip it, but I wouldn’t.
Bread flour, has more protein than all-purpose flour, which helps create a stronger dough and a better rise in bread machine recipes. This gives the bread a chewy texture and a nice, airy structure.
Grated Parmesan cheese, makes bread machine garlic bread extra flavorful and adds a nice cheesy taste in every bite. It also helps give the crust a golden, crispy finish.
Garlic powder, you can use 1-2 tablespoons depending on how garlicky you want it—I’m a garlic lover, so I always use 2 tablespoons!
Salt
Active dry yeast

loaf of garlic bread in bread machine pan.

How to Make Garlic Bread in the Bread Machine

Add the ingredients to your bread machine’s baking pan in the order recommended by the manufacturer. While I’ve listed them in the order I use, be sure to follow your machine’s specific guidelines.

ingredients in baking pan to make garlic bread.

Choose the WHITE BREAD (OR BASIC BREAD) setting, then press START.

bread machine on table with white bread option chosen.

This is how the bread looks after rising before it goes into bake mode.

And this is how it looks when the cycle is completely finished and bread is baked. Carefully remove the loaf from the machine and serve it however you like.

Now Let’s Make It Cheesy Garlic Bread

Ready to get wild and turn this into cheesy baked garlic bread? After removing the loaf from the bread machine, slice it into thick pieces. Spread a thin layer of butter on each slice, then top with a bit of shredded mozzarella, grated Parmesan, and a sprinkle of dried parsley.

pieces of bread on baking pan with shredded cheese on them.

Place the slices on a baking sheet and broil them in the oven for about 3-4 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.

Storing Leftovers

Store the garlic bread in a plastic bag or wrapped at room temperature for 3-4 days for the best freshness. If you need to keep it longer, freeze it for up to 4 months.

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This bread machine recipe makes a cheesy 1-pound loaf of garlic bread that’s soft, flavorful, and smells amazing. With a golden crust and melt-in-your-mouth texture, it’s sure to be a favorite. For an extra cheesy twist, broil it at the end for a bubbly, golden finish!

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Bread Machine Garlic Bread (cheesy option!)

By: Pamela Reed

Prep Time: 5

Cook Time: 3 30

Total Time 3 35

serves

Ingredients

Instructions

Add the ingredients to your bread machine’s baking pan in the order recommended by the manufacturer. I’ve listed them in the order I use, but be sure to follow your machine’s guidelines.
Select the WHITE BREAD (sometimes called BASIC BREAD) setting, then press START.
Once the cycle is complete, remove the loaf from the machine and serve as you like. This recipe makes a 1 pound loaf of garlic bread. Store it wrapped at room temperature or in a plastic bag for 3-4 days, or freeze for up to 4 months.
CHEESY GARLIC BREAD DIRECTIONS: Want to take this bread to the next level and make baked cheesy garlic bread? After you remove the bread from the bread machine, slice it into thick pieces. Spread a little bit of butter on each slices, and then top each piece with a little shredded mozzarella, a little grated Parmesan and a sprinkle of dried parsley. Add them to a baking sheet and bake for a couple of minutes under your oven broiler until bubbly and lightly browned, about 3-4 minutes.