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Irresistible Korean Cream Cheese Garlic Bread

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A delightful Korean-style garlic bread featuring a buttery, garlicky crust with a sweet and creamy cream cheese filling. Easy to make and perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • Baguette or Japanese milk bread (shokupan) – soft and slightly sweet works best
  • 8 ounces softened cream cheese (Philadelphia brand recommended)
  • 3 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
  • 1/2 cup (115 g) unsalted butter, melted (European-style butter preferred)
  • 3 cloves minced garlic
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • Dried parsley or Italian seasoning for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Slice the bread horizontally into halves or thirds, about 6 inches (15 cm) long each.
  3. In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. Adjust sweetness to taste.
  4. In a small bowl, combine melted unsalted butter with minced garlic and granulated sugar. Stir until sugar partially dissolves.
  5. Spread a generous layer of the cream cheese filling over the cut side of each bread slice.
  6. Brush the garlic butter mixture evenly on top, covering the cream cheese edges.
  7. Sprinkle dried parsley or Italian seasoning on top for color and flavor.
  8. Bake for 12–15 minutes until the edges are golden and crispy and the cream cheese is slightly melty.
  9. Optional: Broil for 1–2 minutes until bubbly and caramelized, watching closely to prevent burning.
  10. Let cool for 2 minutes before slicing into smaller pieces.

Notes

Use soft bread like shokupan or soft baguette for best texture. Soften cream cheese before mixing for smooth spreading. Watch broiler carefully to avoid burning garlic and sugar. The cream cheese filling can be made a day ahead and stored in the fridge. For dairy-free, substitute cream cheese and butter with plant-based alternatives. For gluten-free, use gluten-free bread.

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