Garlic bread is on repeat in our house—it goes with everything from lasagna to a juicy steak dinner.
This garlic bread recipe starts with a French loaf topped with a buttery spread of garlic and herbs. It’s baked until golden and crispy.
Prepare garlic bread just before serving or well ahead of time.
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Garlic bread is a favorite for everyone—skip the foil wrapped loaves at the grocery store and prep your own at home!
- Homemade tastes better than store-bought, and it’s easy to make!
- Add a little or a lot of garlic, the choice is yours!
- You can make sure you get that delicious garlic butter all the way to the edges—very important!
- Prep ahead in batches and freeze for easy meals or double up on the flavorful garlic butter mixture for quick sides when you need it.
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What You’ll Need for Garlic Bread
- Bread: My first choice is a loaf of French bread, but you can use any baguette or crusty bread, or even ciabatta rolls, leftover hot dog buns, or hamburger buns.
- Butter: I use salted butter; if using unsalted butter, add salt to the butter. Adding oil to the butter adds another layer of flavor and helps make it easy to spread.
- Garlic: Fresh is best if you have it. See the recipe notes to replace it with garlic powder.
- Herbs: I add parsley because I always have it on hand, and it looks nice. You can skip it if you don’t have any.
Feeling Cheesy? Sprinkle with a bit of Parmesan cheese if you’d like. You can also use finely shredded mozzarella cheese to create cheesy garlic bread. Perfect for sopping up sauce in the bottom of your spaghetti bowl!
Feeling Fancy? If time allows, homemade French bread, sourdough, or baguettes make delicious garlic bread!
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How to Make Garlic Bread
Buttery, garlicky, perfection—soft inside and a little toasty on the edges.
- Mix the garlic butter ingredients (recipe below).
- Cut the bread in half lengthwise using a serrated knife and spread each side the butter mixture.
- Sprinkle parmesan cheese on both sides if you’d like. This is optional but adds a little crispy, cheesy goodness to it. Bake until toasty.
![Homemade garlic bread is the perfect side dish for any meal. Take a loaf of French bread and slice it in half lengthwise. In a bowl, mix together softened butter, olive oil, minced garlic, and finely chopped parsley until the mixture is fluffy. Spread this delicious garlic butter evenly on the bread halves, and for an extra touch, sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese. Pop it in the oven until it turns golden and crispy. Everyone will love this tasty, homemade treat! #spendwithpennies close up of slices of Homemade Garlic Bread](https://www.spendwithpennies.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Homemade-Garlic-Bread-SpendWithPennies-9.jpg)
How to Make Garlic Bread Soft or Crispy
Kind of like baked potatoes, I most often cook this homemade garlic bread without wrapping it in foil as I prefer it to be toasted on the edges and lightly browned.
For a softer garlic bread, after spreading the butter, place the two halves back together and wrap the bread in foil. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes or until heated through.
As with most garlic bread recipes, this bread can also be grilled to serve alongside any pasta recipe, a bowl of soup, or meatloaf.
How to Prepare Ahead and Freeze
Great news—this easy homemade garlic bread recipe can be prepared ahead of time.
- To prepare ahead: Prepare the bread as directed and wrap in plastic wrap. Store in the fridge for up to 2 days before baking.
- To Freeze: Prepare the bread as directed and wrap in aluminum foil. Store in the freezer for up to 4 months.
- To bake from frozen: Thaw in the fridge overnight and bake as directed. To bake directly from frozen, leave the bread wrapped in foil and bake at 350°F for 28 to 32 minutes or until heated through and the butter is melted.
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Homemade Garlic Bread
Buttery, garlicky, perfection—soft inside and a little toasty on the edges.
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Preheat oven to 400°F.
In a small bowl, combine butter, olive oil, garlic, and parsley until well mixed.
Using a serrated knife, cut the bread in half lengthwise.
Spread the cut sides of the bread with the garlic butter mixture. Sprinkle with cheese if using. Place the halves, cut side up, on a rimmed baking sheet.
Bake for 8 to 10 minutes or until golden and toasted. Cut into slices and enjoy.
- Use a knife to finely mince the garlic, or use a garlic press.
- Garlic powder: Fresh garlic can be replaced with 1 ½ teaspoons garlic powder.
- To prepare ahead: Prepare the bread as directed and wrap in plastic wrap. Store in the fridge for up to 2 days before baking.
- To Freeze: Prepare the bread as directed and wrap in aluminum foil. Store in the freezer for up to 4 months.
- To bake from frozen: Thaw in the fridge overnight and bake as directed. To bake directly from frozen, leave the bread wrapped in foil and bake at 350°F for 28 to 32 minutes or until heated through and the butter is melted.
Calories: 121 | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 16mg | Sodium: 161mg | Potassium: 20mg | Vitamin A: 205IU | Vitamin C: 0.6mg | Calcium: 26mg | Iron: 0.5mg
Nutrition information provided is an estimate and will vary based on cooking methods and brands of ingredients used.
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![Homemade garlic bread is an easy and delicious side dish that complements any meal. Start with a loaf of French bread, halved lengthwise. Mix softened butter, olive oil, minced garlic, and finely chopped parsley until fluffy. Spread this mixture generously on the bread, and optionally sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese. Bake at 400°F for 8-10 minutes until golden and toasted. This flavorful garlic bread is sure to be a hit at any gathering! #spendwithpennies Homemade garlic bread on a serving board with writing](https://www.spendwithpennies.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/NP-Homemade-Garlic-Bread-SpendWithPennies-.jpg)
![Making homemade garlic bread is a breeze and brings a delicious aroma to your kitchen. Start with a fresh loaf of French bread and cut it lengthwise. Blend softened butter, olive oil, minced garlic, and parsley until well mixed. Coat the bread with this garlic butter spread, add some Parmesan cheese if you like, and bake at 400°F for 8-10 minutes. The result is a crunchy, flavorful garlic bread that pairs wonderfully with pasta or steak. #spendwithpennies Homemade garlic bread slices in a pile with a title](https://www.spendwithpennies.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/SP-Homemade-Garlic-Bread-SpendWithPennies-2.jpg)
![Homemade garlic bread is the perfect side dish for any meal. Take a loaf of French bread and slice it in half lengthwise. In a bowl, mix together softened butter, olive oil, minced garlic, and finely chopped parsley until the mixture is fluffy. Spread this delicious garlic butter evenly on the bread halves, and for an extra touch, sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese. Pop it in the oven until it turns golden and crispy. Everyone will love this tasty, homemade treat! #spendwithpennies slices of Homemade garlic bread in a basket with writing](https://www.spendwithpennies.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/LP-Homemade-Garlic-Bread-SpendWithPennies-.jpg)
![Homemade garlic bread is a crowd-pleaser that’s simple to prepare. Start with a French bread loaf, halved lengthwise. Combine softened butter, olive oil, minced garlic, and parsley into a smooth, fluffy spread. Generously apply this mixture to the bread, and optionally, sprinkle with Parmesan cheese for extra flavor. Bake until the bread achieves a golden, toasted perfection, making it a fantastic complement to any dinner. #spendwithpennies Homemade garlic bread on a wooden board with writing](https://www.spendwithpennies.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/SP-Homemade-Garlic-Bread-SpendWithPennies-3.jpg)
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