Easy Spaghetti Garlic Bread Bowls: How to Make This Viral Recipe
Crispy garlic bread bowls stuffed with saucy spaghetti and melted cheese a fun, indulgent twist on classic pasta that’s perfect for family dinners or entertaining.
- Author: ssam
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 25 mins
- Total Time: 40 mins
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 4 round bread loaves (sourdough or boule-style)
- 8 oz spaghetti
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 3 tbsp butter, melted
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh basil or parsley for garnish
- 1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 2. Cut the tops off the bread loaves and hollow out the centers to create bowls.
- 3. In a small bowl, mix melted butter, olive oil, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- 4. Brush the garlic butter mixture all over the inside and edges of the bread bowls.
- 5. Place bread bowls on a baking sheet and bake for 10 minutes until lightly crisp.
- 6. Meanwhile, cook spaghetti according to package instructions; drain.
- 7. Toss cooked spaghetti with marinara sauce until well coated.
- 8. Remove bread bowls from oven and fill each with spaghetti.
- 9. Top generously with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
- 10. Return to oven and bake for 10–12 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- 11. Garnish with fresh herbs and serve immediately.
Notes
- Add cooked meatballs or Italian sausage for a heartier version.
- Use Alfredo sauce instead of marinara for a creamy variation.
- Serve with a simple green salad to balance the richness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bread bowl
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 920mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 68g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: spaghetti bread bowls, garlic bread bowls, cheesy spaghetti, pasta dinner