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Judy John

Easy Garlic Bread Recipe

These easy garlic bread slices bake with crispy edges, soft centers, and rich buttery flavor. They make simple homemade sides perfect for pasta dinners, soups, or snack cravings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 18 cookies
Course: Side, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Garlic Butter Bread
  • 1 large French bread loaf sliced lengthwise
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup parmesan cheese grated

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Bread Knife
  • Measuring Spoons
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Pastry Brush
  • Cooling Rack
  • Freezer
  • Spatula
  • Oven

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Slice the French bread loaf lengthwise and place both halves on the baking sheet.
  3. Mix softened butter, minced garlic, parsley, salt, and parmesan cheese until creamy.
  4. Spread the garlic butter mixture evenly across both bread halves.
  5. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes until edges turn golden and crispy.
  6. Broil briefly for extra crunch and bubbling cheese if desired.
  7. Cool slightly before slicing into pieces for easier serving and crisp texture.

Notes

For softer garlic bread, wrap it loosely with foil while baking. Bake uncovered longer for crispier texture. Freeze prepared bread before baking for quick dinners later. Handle warm bread carefully because the butter topping stays hot. Add mozzarella, herbs, or red pepper flakes for flavor changes. Store leftovers tightly wrapped for up to two days.