Peel the garlic cloves and fry them in a small pan with the olive oil until they are soft and golden. Stir frequently to prevent burning. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
In a bowl, combine the softened butter, the cooked garlic with its oil, salt, black pepper, red pepper flakes, and finely chopped parsley. Mash the garlic cloves with a fork and mix everything together until well combined.
Cut the ciabatta bread in half lengthwise and place the halves on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Spread the garlic butter mixture evenly over both halves of the bread.
Sprinkle a generous amount of grated mozzarella cheese over the top of the garlic butter. You can add more red pepper flakes at this stage if desired.
Bake in a preheated oven at 230°C (446°F) for about 15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and golden brown. Slice and serve hot.
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