Cheesy Texas Toast
Golden, buttery Texas Toast topped with melted cheese, baked until bubbly and lightly crisp on the edges—simple, rich, and irresistibly savory.
Ingredients
- 8 slices Texas Toast bread thick-cut sandwich bread
- 1/2 cup salted butter softened to room temperature (1 stick)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic minced
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley finely chopped (or 1 tsp dried parsley)
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese freshly grated
- 1/2 cup sharp cheddar cheese or parmesan cheese freshly grated
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil for easy cleanup.
- In a small mixing bowl, combine the softened salted butter, minced fresh garlic, garlic powder, and chopped parsley. Mash together with a fork until the ingredients are completely blended and smooth.
- Lay the 8 slices of thick-cut bread flat on your prepared baking sheet in a single layer.
- Using a knife or offset spatula, spread a generous, even layer of the garlic butter mixture across the top of each slice, making sure to spread it all the way to the edges to prevent the crusts from burning.
- In a separate bowl, toss the grated mozzarella and cheddar (or parmesan) together. Sprinkle a heavy layer of the cheese mixture over the buttered slices. Gently press the cheese down so it adheres to the butter.
- Place the baking sheet on the middle rack of your preheated oven. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the cheese is completely melted and the edges of the bread are crispy.
- For a blistered, golden-brown cheese topping, turn your oven to the Broil setting. Broil for 1 to 2 minutes, watching very closely so the toast does not burn.
- Remove from the oven and let cool for just a minute or two. Serve warm and enjoy the perfect cheese pull!
Notes
Use freshly grated cheese for the smoothest melt. Broil only at the end and watch closely because the cheese browns fast. Serve immediately for the crispest edges.