Homemade Garlic Bread : Crispy, Buttery, and Ready in 15 Minutes
This classic garlic bread is golden, crispy on the edges, soft in the center, and loaded with buttery garlic flavor. It’s ridiculously easy to make and turns any meal into comfort food heaven. Whether you’re serving it with pasta, soup, or just enjoying it solo, this recipe delivers bakery-style results right from your oven—no fuss, no leftovers guaranteed.
- Prep Time: 5 mins
- Cook Time: 10 mins
- Total Time: 15 mins
Ingredients
1 loaf French bread or Italian bread
½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
3–4 cloves garlic, minced
2 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
¼ tsp salt
Optional: ¼ cup grated parmesan or vegan cheese
Optional: pinch of red pepper flakes for heat
Instructions
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with foil or parchment.
Cut the bread in half lengthwise.
In a bowl, mix butter, garlic, parsley, and salt until smooth.
Spread the mixture evenly over both bread halves.
Optional: Sprinkle with parmesan or red pepper flakes.
Place bread cut-side up on the baking sheet.
Bake for 10–12 minutes, until edges are golden and crisp. For extra crunch, broil for 1–2 minutes at the end.
Slice and serve warm.
Nutrition
- Calories: 180
- Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 17g