This homemade garlic bread recipe is easy to make and SO delicious. The crispy, buttery slices are topped with flavorful garlic and fresh herbs.
What’s better than homemade garlic bread? If you ask me, not much. Crispy on the edges, soft and buttery in the middle, and packed with rich garlic and herb flavor, this Italian-American staple is comforting and delicious. It’s also very easy to do.
I’m sharing my best garlic bread recipe below.along with tips for saving and advancing it. If you’re used to eating garlic bread from the supermarket, get ready, this homemade version is on another level. Serve it as a side dish with your favorite pasta recipes or devour it hot on the baking sheet. This garlic bread recipe is irresistible… I won’t judge you!
What you need to make the best garlic bread
Here’s what you’ll need to make this garlic bread recipe:
- Breadof course! Look for a good baguette or soft French bread. A good Italian bread works well too!
- garlic butter – I make this simple spread with softened butter, fresh garlic, parsley and salt. It gives the bread a buttery garlic flavor.
- parmesan cheese – For a savory, cheesy flavor.
- Flaked sea salt – Helps season the bread and gives the topping a nice crunch.
- Chopped fresh parsley – For a fresh flavor and beautiful green flecks. Chives are great here too!
- and red pepper flakes – Optional, for heat.
Find the full recipe with measurements below.
How to make garlic bread
If you’re learning how to make garlic bread for the first time, you won’t believe how easy it is! You can find the full recipe at the end of this post, but for now, here’s a quick overview of how it works:
Start by making the garlic butter. In a small bowl, mix the butter with the parsley, salt and grated or finely chopped garlic.
Next, prepare the bread. Use a serrated knife to cut the bread in half lengthwise. Generously brush cut sides with garlic butter mixture.
Then bake. Place the bread cut side up on a baking sheet. Bake in a preheated 350°F oven until butter melts, about 8 minutes.
Turn on the grill and grill the bread. until edges are golden brown and crisp, 2 to 5 minutes.
Finally, season and serve! Remove the bread from the oven and top with Parmesan, more parsley, flaked sea salt, and red pepper flakes, if desired. Cut into 3-inch pieces and eat hot, alone or as a side dish.
Enjoy!
Storage Tips
This recipe disappears quickly in our house. If you have any leftovers, I’ll be impressed!
If you do, store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a day.
To reheat, wrap bread in aluminum foil and bake at 350°F until heated through, about 10 minutes. A few minutes in an air fryer or toaster oven would do the trick too!
Freezing
You can also freeze homemade garlic bread before baking it.
- Spread garlic butter on bread.
- Cut the bread into pieces that will fit in an airtight container or large freezer bag in a single layer.
- Seal them in the container or bag and freeze for up to 3 months.
Bake the bread directly from frozen (it may need a few more minutes in the oven). Sprinkle with cheese and more herbs after baking. Then, slice and serve!
What to serve with homemade garlic bread
This easy homemade garlic bread is a quick and delicious side dish!
Serve it with a simply cooked protein and roasted broccoli for a weeknight dinner, or pair it with a bowl of soup. It also combines very well with Italian dishes. I love it with these:
What do you like to serve with it? Let me know in the comments!
Garlic bread
serves 4
The BEST garlic bread recipe! It’s crunchy, buttery and easy to make. Fresh garlic, herbs, and cheese fill it with a rich, savory flavor. You’re going to want seconds, trust me!
- ½ cup unsalted butter, 1 bar, at room temperature
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh parsley or chives, and more to decorate
- 2 garlic cloves, grated
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
- 1 (15 ounces) bread french bread, or Italian bread or baguette
- 2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
- Flaked sea salt
- red pepper flakes, optional
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Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Place an oven rack in the top third of the oven.
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In a small bowl, whisk together the softened butter, parsley, garlic, and salt.
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Use a serrated knife to cut the bread in half lengthwise. Brush cut sides with garlic butter. Place the bread, cut side up, on the baking sheet.
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Place on the high rack of the oven and bake for 8 minutes, then broil for 2 to 5 minutes, or until the bread is golden brown around the edges. Sprinkle with Parmesan, flaked sea salt, parsley, and red pepper flakes, if desired. Cut and serve hot.
