Easy Crispy Garlic Bread
A foolproof recipe for crispy, buttery garlic bread that comes together in just 5 easy steps. Perfect as a snack or side dish with a crunchy exterior and soft, flavorful center.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings (1 slice each) 1x
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 loaf Italian or French bread (about 12 inches/30 cm), preferably day-old
- ½ cup (113 g) unsalted butter, softened
- 4 large garlic cloves, finely minced or pressed
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped (optional)
- A pinch of sea salt
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- ¼ cup (25 g) grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Slice the bread diagonally into 1-inch (2.5 cm) thick pieces.
- In a medium bowl, combine softened butter, minced garlic, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper. Stir until smooth and well blended.
- Spread the garlic butter generously on each bread slice’s cut side. Optionally, sprinkle about 1 tablespoon of grated Parmesan on top of each slice.
- Arrange the slices buttered side up on a baking sheet in a single layer without overlapping.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, checking around 10 minutes to ensure golden edges without burning. The centers should remain soft and buttery.
- Optional: For extra crispiness, broil for the last 1-2 minutes, watching carefully to avoid burning.
Notes
Use softened butter for easy spreading and fresh garlic for best flavor. For extra crispiness, broil the bread for 1-2 minutes at the end. Toast fresh bread slices for 3-4 minutes before applying butter to prevent sogginess. Garlic butter can be prepared up to 3 days ahead and stored in the fridge.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 165
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 150
- Fat: 10
- Saturated Fat: 6
- Carbohydrates: 18
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 3.5
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