Description
Garlic bread is the ultimate comfort side—crispy, buttery, and packed with bold roasted garlic flavor. This recipe takes you step-by-step from a simple loaf to an irresistible, golden bite. Whether you’re keeping it classic or adding cheesy twists, it’s your go-to garlic fix.
Ingredients
1 loaf French bread or baguette (or gluten-free option)
1 stick unsalted butter, softened
4 garlic cloves, minced or grated
Salt to taste
1 tbsp chopped parsley or basil (optional)
1/4 cup grated Parmesan or shredded mozzarella (optional)
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
2. Slice bread in half lengthwise or into thick segments.
3. Mash softened butter with minced garlic, herbs, and salt.
4. Spread garlic butter mixture generously on bread slices.
5. Place buttered bread on a baking sheet, butter-side up.
6. Sprinkle with cheese if using.
7. Bake for 10–12 minutes until golden at the edges.
8. Optional: Broil for 2 minutes for extra crispiness.
9. Cool slightly, then slice and serve immediately.
Notes
Refrigerate extra garlic butter for up to a week for use in pasta, roasted veggies, or as a sandwich spread.
To make it vegan, use plant-based butter and skip the cheese.
To make it gluten-free, choose a sturdy gluten-free bread.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1-2 slices
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: garlic bread, easy garlic bread, homemade garlic bread, cheesy garlic bread, vegan garlic bread, comfort food