Garlic Bread
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Posted: 09/03/25
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Quick and easy homemade Garlic Bread with perfectly crisp edges, soft buttery center, and golden brown toasted top. It’s the perfect addition to any Italian-style dinner or just because you are craving it.
At our house, no Italian night is complete without some toasty garlic bread. I serve it as an appetizer or as a side dish and it’s always a hit. This is simply the best garlic bread recipe!
And, no, you don’t need to be a master baker and make your own bread. We’re making the easiest garlic bread ever – it’s so easy you can make it for a weeknight dinner.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- The garlic bread spread has only three ingredients.
- Baking then broiling gives you the best crunchy, toasty top and soft middle.
- It’s ready to serve in only 20 minutes, so you can prepare it and then bake it just before you’re ready to eat.
This was the perfect addition to our Spaghetti last night!
Ingredients for Garlic Bread
- Softened butter – You will be mixing this butter, so you want it to be room temp so it is easier to work with.
- Fresh garlic – Minced garlic has so much more flavor than dried.
- Fresh parsley – Substitute a teaspoon of dried herbs like parsley, thyme, or Italian seasoning if necessary.
- French bread – You should be able to find larger loaves of French bread in the bakery section. You can also use a French baguette or Italian loaf.
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How to Make Garlic Bread
Mix the butter and minced garlic in a small bowl.
Use a serrated knife to slice the bread in half lengthwise so you have two long slices.
Spread the garlic butter over each slice and place them on a baking sheet. Sprinkle the parsley over the butter spread.
Place the pan in the oven and bake for 10 minutes at 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
After 10 minutes, turn on the broiler for two to three minutes or until the bread is toasty and golden.
Use a serrated knife to slice it into pieces and serve them with your main dish or add a dipping sauce like marinara or ranch dressing!
Storage and Reheating
Fridge: Store leftover garlic bread in an airtight container for 2-3 days.
Freezer: Wrap each piece in plastic wrap before placing in a freezer bag. Thaw before reheating.
Reheat wrapped in aluminum foil and placed in the oven at 350 degrees until warm.
Pro Tips
- Not quite ready to serve dinner when the bread is done? Keep the oven on low and leave the bread inside until dinner is ready to serve. Or wrap it in foil to keep it warm on the counter.
- Sprinkle some good melting cheese like mozzarella or provolone over the top before baking. Or sprinkle some grated Parmesan for extra flavor.
Your family is going to LOVE this amazing garlic bread! My family does and begs me to make it almost every week. Give it a try – I know you will love it, too!
Did you make this? If you snap a photo, please be sure tag me on Instagram at @julieseatsandtreats or #julieseatsandtreats so I can see your yummy treat!
Garlic Bread
Quick and easy homemade Garlic Bread with the perfectly crisp edges, soft buttery center and golden brown toasted top.
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Ingredients
- 16 oounces French Bread about 1 loaf, cut in half lengthwise
- ½ cup butter softened
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 2 Tablespoons fresh Parsley inced
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
- In a small bowl, combine butter and garlic. Spread over the cut sides of the French bread. Then sprinkle parsley over the top.
- Place cut side up, on a baking sheet.
- Bake at 350 degrees Fhahrenheit for 10 minutes.
- After baking time is done, turn the oven to broil and broil on high 2-3 minutes about 4-6 inches away from heat or until golden brown.
Nutrition Information
Calories: 272kcal (14%), Carbohydrates: 33g (11%), Protein: 7g (14%), Fat: 13g (20%), Saturated Fat: 8g (50%), Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g, Monounsaturated Fat: 3g, Trans Fat: 1g, Cholesterol: 32mg (11%), Sodium: 397mg (17%), Potassium: 82mg (2%), Fiber: 1g (4%), Sugar: 1g (1%), Vitamin A: 370IU (7%), Vitamin C: 1mg (1%), Calcium: 31mg (3%), Iron: 2mg (11%)
How To Serve Garlic Bread
You are going to want this buttery warm garlic bread to go with your bowl of spaghetti and meatballs, Shrimp Pasta or slice of lasagna! Or, serve it as a snack with some marinara on the side.
Make a batch to dunk in a soup like my Lasagna Soup, Tomato Tortellini Soup or Stuffed Pepper Soup. Try it with Italian Meatloaf, Crockpot Beef Stew, or with some Homemade Hamburger Helper!
Or pair it with some Parmesan Pork Chops, Crock Pot Italian Chicken, or Chicken Parmesan for a delicious dinner!
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Malinda says
So easy to make and was very delicious!!!!
Danielle says
This was the perfect addition to our Spaghetti last night!
Alison says
Delicious side dish. The fresh parsley made all the difference.