Description
If you love garlic bread and spaghetti, this Spaghetti Garlic Bread Bowls recipe is your ultimate comfort food mashup. It’s everything you crave in one handheld, crispy, cheesy, saucy package: buttery garlic bread bowls filled with hearty spaghetti and topped with melty mozzarella. These are perfect for weeknight dinners, game day treats, or a fun twist on pasta night that will have everyone coming back for seconds.
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Ingredients
For the Garlic Bread Bowls:
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4 small round bread rolls (ciabatta, sourdough, or kaiser rolls work well)
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4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tbsp chopped parsley (or 1 tsp dried)
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¼ tsp salt
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¼ tsp black pepper
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¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional, for added flavor)
For the Spaghetti Filling:
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6 oz spaghetti noodles (about half a box)
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1 cup marinara or pasta sauce
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½ tsp Italian seasoning
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Salt and pepper to taste
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1 tbsp olive oil
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Optional: ½ cup cooked ground beef or plant-based protein
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½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese (plus more for topping)
For Garnish (Optional):
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Extra Parmesan
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Red pepper flakes
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Fresh basil or parsley
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Olive oil drizzle
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Bread Bowls
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Slice the tops off the bread rolls and scoop out the centers to create bowls.
In a small bowl, mix melted butter, minced garlic, parsley, salt, pepper, and Parmesan.
Brush the inside and outside of each bread bowl with the garlic butter mixture.
Place on a baking sheet and toast in the oven for 10 minutes, or until golden and crispy.
Step 2: Cook the Spaghetti
While the bowls are baking, cook spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente.
Drain and toss with olive oil to prevent sticking.
Step 3: Make the Sauce
In a saucepan over medium heat, warm the marinara sauce.
Stir in Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and any cooked meat or protein if using.
Add cooked spaghetti and toss to coat well in the sauce.
Stir in shredded mozzarella cheese until slightly melted and combined.
Step 4: Fill the Garlic Bread Bowls
Remove bread bowls from the oven and fill generously with the cheesy spaghetti mixture.
Top with additional shredded mozzarella or Parmesan.
Step 5: Bake to Finish
Return filled bowls to the oven and bake for another 8–10 minutes, or until cheese on top is bubbly and golden.
Let cool for 2–3 minutes before serving.
Notes
Hollow Gently – Leave enough bread inside the bowl to hold its shape and soak up flavor.
Use Crusty Rolls – A firmer crust ensures your bread doesn’t get soggy.
Get Creative – Use pesto instead of marinara, add chili flakes for heat, or mix in sautéed veggies.
Pre-Make Components – Cook the spaghetti and make the garlic butter ahead to speed things up.
Serve with Napkins – These are fun and messy in the best way.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Cuisine: Italian-American