Take your weeknight dinner up a notch with this mouthwatering Cheesy Sloppy Joe Garlic Bread. It’s the best of both worlds—savory sloppy joe meat piled onto golden garlic bread and topped with a melty layer of mozzarella and cheddar cheese. Quick, satisfying, and loaded with bold, nostalgic flavor.
Whether it’s game night or a cozy family dinner, this one’s a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Ready in 40 minutes – perfect for busy nights
- Comfort food fusion – combines sloppy joes + garlic bread
- Cheesy, meaty, and garlicky in every bite
- Easy to customize with ground turkey or spicy mustard
- Great for sharing – just slice and serve
Ingredients You’ll Need
(Serves 6)
For the Garlic Bread:
- 1 ciabatta loaf, split in half lengthwise
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
For the Sloppy Joe Mixture:
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- 1 pound ground beef
- ½ cup finely diced yellow onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1½ cups ketchup
- ¼ cup water
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon yellow mustard
- ½ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- Salt and pepper, to taste
How to Make Cheesy Sloppy Joe Garlic Bread
Step 1: Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C).
Line a baking sheet with foil or parchment paper for easy cleanup.
Step 2: Prepare the Garlic Bread
Slice the ciabatta loaf in half lengthwise.
Spread both halves with softened butter.
Sprinkle with garlic powder, a touch of salt, and freshly ground pepper.
Set aside while you cook the sloppy joe filling.
Step 3: Cook the Ground Beef
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
Add ground beef and cook until browned and no longer pink, breaking it up with a spoon.
Drain excess fat if needed.
Step 4: Add Onion and Garlic
Add the diced onion and cook for 3–4 minutes until soft.
Stir in the garlic and cook for 30 seconds more.
Step 5: Make the Sauce
Add ketchup, water, brown sugar, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
Stir well and bring to a simmer.
Let it cook for about 10 minutes until thickened and saucy.
Step 6: Assemble the Bread
Spoon the sloppy joe mixture evenly over each garlic bread half.
Top with shredded mozzarella and cheddar cheese.
Step 7: Bake
Place the assembled garlic breads on your prepared baking sheet.
Bake for 10–15 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted and bubbly.
Step 8: Serve and Enjoy
Remove from oven, let cool slightly, and slice into pieces.
Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and serve hot.
Tips for Success
- Use ciabatta or French bread for best texture
- Drain the beef well so your bread doesn’t get soggy
- Add red pepper flakes or jalapeños for a spicy twist
- Use pre-shredded cheese to save time on busy weeknights
FAQs
Can I make this ahead of time?
Yes! Prepare the sloppy joe mixture ahead, refrigerate, and assemble just before baking.
What can I serve with it?
A side salad, sweet potato fries, or roasted veggies work great.
Can I use ground turkey instead of beef?
Absolutely. Ground turkey or even plant-based crumbles work well here.
Final Thoughts
Cheesy Sloppy Joe Garlic Bread is the kind of comforting mash-up you didn’t know you needed. Whether you serve it for dinner, a game-day snack, or your next casual get-together, it’s sure to steal the show. Each bite brings melty cheese, garlicky crunch, and that classic sloppy joe flavor we all secretly crave.
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Cheesy Sloppy Joe Garlic Bread
Ingredients
For the Garlic Bread:
- 1 ciabatta loaf split in half lengthwise
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter softened
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
For the Sloppy Joe Mixture:
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- 1 pound ground beef
- ½ cup finely diced yellow onion
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1½ cups ketchup
- ¼ cup water
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon yellow mustard
- ½ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat the Oven
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C).
- Line a baking sheet with foil or parchment paper for easy cleanup.
Step 2: Prepare the Garlic Bread
- Slice the ciabatta loaf in half lengthwise.
- Spread both halves with softened butter.
- Sprinkle with garlic powder, a touch of salt, and freshly ground pepper.
- Set aside while you cook the sloppy joe filling.
Step 3: Cook the Ground Beef
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add ground beef and cook until browned and no longer pink, breaking it up with a spoon.
- Drain excess fat if needed.
Step 4: Add Onion and Garlic
- Add the diced onion and cook for 3–4 minutes until soft.
- Stir in the garlic and cook for 30 seconds more.
Step 5: Make the Sauce
- Add ketchup, water, brown sugar, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
- Stir well and bring to a simmer.
- Let it cook for about 10 minutes until thickened and saucy.
Step 6: Assemble the Bread
- Spoon the sloppy joe mixture evenly over each garlic bread half.
- Top with shredded mozzarella and cheddar cheese.
Step 7: Bake
- Place the assembled garlic breads on your prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 10–15 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted and bubbly.
Step 8: Serve and Enjoy
- Remove from oven, let cool slightly, and slice into pieces.
- Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and serve hot.
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