EPIC Stuffed Garlic Bread - The BEST Garlic Bread Recipe! (2024)

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This Epic Stuffed Garlic Bread is the best garlic bread recipe you will ever make. It’s buttery, cheesy and LOADED with fresh garlic!

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This is the BEST Garlic Bread Recipe

So bread is one of those foods that I consider “special occasion”. Yes, I seriously said that. And since today we’re talking about not only bread, but my EPIC Stuffed Garlic Bread recipe it must be a very special occasion, indeed…or not…let me explain.

Like a slice of chocolate cake is pretty much an everyday deal around here, but indulging in the bread basket at a restaurant…well someone must have just won the lottery/got engaged/having a milestone birthday/won a Grammy.

I don’t really try to understand the logic, nor will I try and explain it…however, just know my brain works a little backwards. It’s basically prioritizing my carbs in the most enjoyable way possible. Kinda like drinking a diet soda while eating a Snickers.

Anyway, bread is not a food I like to drop precious carbs on. UNLESS we are talking about my EPIC Stuffed Garlic Bread recipe.

Folks. This garlic bread is worth it, trust me. It might even be worth skipping the cake for. I can’t. believe. I. just. said. that.

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How to Make Homemade Garlic Bread

Since we’re going there today, you know, you might as well GO. THERE.

Let’s talk about the dirty details.

First, Make the Filling

To start, we are going to grab a bowl and mince some garlic.

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How much garlic is TOO much garlic?

Now, when I wrote the recipe, I said 4-6 cloves. This depends on a few important factors…the size of the cloves, the intensity your love of garlic, and who you will be spending the remainder of your evening with.

Let me break it down 6 cloves = opposite sides of the bed facing outwards. 4 cloves = we both are kind stinky, but hey we’re stinky together.

Got it?

Oh and add your parsley.

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Next butter, obvi. Then salt and pepper (and cayenne if you’re feeling spicy) and a little olive oil.

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THEN freshly grated Parmesan. Please please you must use freshly grated. Do NOT use the powdery stuff and also the pre-grated is no bueno here either. Fresh.

Then mix it up together.

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Now, Stuff the Garlic Bread

Now grab your loaf of bread. I use a large loaf of Ciabatta when making this recipe. But you can use whatever you like best…just not a French Baguette…it’s not fat enough.

Slice the loaf almost all the way through, leaving the bottom of the loaf intact for stuffing.

Then grab some of your buttery garlic mixture and get to filling…

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Fill all the slices. You will think it’s too much filling. It isn’t.

Then wrap your garlic bread in foil, bake it for 25 minutes, remove the foil and bake for 5 more to make it all crispy and delicious.

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And then behold…

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Seriously. This epic stuffed garlic bread recipe is the best. It’s garlicky, packed with flavor and cheesy, but not too cheesy.

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    Epic Stuffed Garlic Bread

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    • Author: Cookies & Cups
    • Prep Time: 10 minutes
    • Cook Time: 30 minutes
    • Total Time: 40 minutes
    • Yield: 10 large slices 1x
    • Category: Bread
    • Method: Baking
    • Cuisine: Dinner

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    This Epic Stuffed Garlic Bread is the best garlic bread recipe you will ever make. It’s buttery, cheesy and LOADED with fresh garlic!

    Ingredients

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    • 1 large loaf Ciabatta bread
    • 46 cloves garlic, minced
    • 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
    • 1/2 cup room temperature butter, cut into pieces
    • 2 tablespoons olive oil
    • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
    • 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
    • 1 cup fresh grated Parmesan cheese
    • *optional 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

    Instructions

    1. Preheat oven to 425°F/220°C
    2. Using a serrated knife cut your bread into thick slices leaving about 1/2- inch at the bottom uncut. Be careful not to cut the bread all the way through, as you need the bread to hold together to contain all the filling.
    3. In a medium bowl combine the remaining ingredients with a fork.
    4. Stuff the filling into the crevices of the bread evenly. You might think you have too much filing, you don’t. Use it all.
    5. Wrap the bread tightly in aluminum foil, place the bread on a baking sheet and bake for 25 minutes. Uncover the bread and bake for an additional 5 minutes to crisp up the outside of the bread.
    6. Serve warm.

    Notes

    You can adjust the amount of garlic depending on the size of the cloves and how much you love garlic.
    Additionally you can omit the cayenne pepper if you prefer no heat.

    Nutrition

    • Serving Size: 1 slice
    • Calories: 237
    • Sugar: 1.3 g
    • Sodium: 562.6 mg
    • Fat: 15.5 g
    • Carbohydrates: 18.6 g
    • Protein: 6.6 g
    • Cholesterol: 30.2 mg

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    FAQs

    What is the difference between garlic bread and garlic toast? ›

    Garlic bread (also called garlic toast) consists of bread (usually a baguette, sour dough, or bread such as ciabatta), topped with garlic and occasionally olive oil or butter and may include additional herbs, such as oregano or chives. It is then either grilled until toasted or baked in a conventional or bread oven.

    Why is minced garlic best for garlic bread? ›

    I always use minced garlic. I do, on occasion, use fresh and chop it myself. The flavor is a little stronger with fresh. A 1/2 teaspoon on minced garlic is about the same as one clove.

    Is stuffed garlic bread good for health? ›

    Yes, Stuffed Garlic Bread with melty cheese CAN be a part of your healthy lifestyle. Here's why: Balance is healthy. Demonizing foods and never eating foods you love is unhealthy.

    Is French or Italian better for garlic bread? ›

    French bread is a great choice for garlic bread as well. French bread has a classic soft interior, with a flaky, crispy crust, similar to ciabatta. Baguettes can also be used for garlic bread, but have a crunchier texture than Italian bread and French bread.

    Is garlic powder or garlic salt better for garlic bread? ›

    Buttering each slice of the bread and then wrapping it in foil ensures the bread is buttery, gooey goodness. This bread doesn't work with garlic powder and it's not as good if you use garlic powder and salt. The best result comes from using garlic salt.

    What's the green stuff in garlic bread? ›

    Yep, the green flecks are finely-chopped parsley. Recipe after recipe calls for the addition of the herb to the top of the bread ―- and if Mary Berry says it's parsley, then parsley it surely is.

    Why is Texas toast so good? ›

    Both sides are buttered before it's placed on the grill or in a skillet to slightly brown. This combination results in a crunchy, toasted exterior that makes a perfect breakfast side. Unlike other breads that toast all the way through, Texas toast tends to have a soft and slightly moist interior.

    Why is garlic bread cut diagonally? ›

    A diagonal cut maximizes the number of bites with the least crust, as demonstrated in this breakdown from Popular Mechanics, with a mathematical formula that proved it.

    Is it better to buy minced garlic in water or olive oil? ›

    To find out, Ariga's group compared allicin levels in extracts of fresh garlic after 1-2 weeks of storage in water, alcohol, and vegetable oil. Garlic stored in water at room temperature lost about half its allicin in 6 days and garlic in vegetable oil lost half its allicin in less than an hour.

    Why is my garlic bread soggy? ›

    Adding already-melted butter to your pieces of bread can often result in a soggy texture because the bread absorbs too much moisture before going into the oven, which makes it much harder to achieve that crunchy, toasted top layer on each piece.

    What are the cons of garlic bread? ›

    In addition to this, Healthline cautions, “There are some downsides to garlic, such as bad breath. There are also some people who are allergic to it. If you have a bleeding disorder or are taking blood-thinning medications, talk with your doctor before increasing your garlic intake.”

    Can you eat too much garlic bread? ›

    High Calorie and Fat Content: Garlic bread is often made with ingredients like butter or margarine, which are high in calories and saturated fats. Overconsumption of high-calorie and high-fat foods can contribute to weight gain, elevated cholesterol levels, and an increased risk of heart disease.

    What does garlic bread do to your body? ›

    It contains antioxidants that support heart health and may help combat cancer. The herb also has antimicrobial properties, which explains why garlic seems to boost immunity.

    What mixes well with garlic? ›

    Artichoke, asparagus, avocado, beetroot, Brussels sprouts, carrot, cauliflower, fennel, green bean, honeydew, jackfruit, kale, kohlrabi, leek, mushroom, parsnip, rocket, spinach, sugar snap peas, sweet potato, turnip. Almonds, cashew, chervil, coriander, paprika, parsley, saffron, sage.

    What are the best ways to eat garlic bread? ›

    What to serve with Garlic Bread
    1. Spaghetti Bolognese, a slow cooked Shredded Beef Ragu or any other pasta.
    2. Dunk in soup! ...
    3. A quick homemade pizza.
    4. Schnitzel, marinated pork chops or sticky baked pork chops.
    5. On the side of a big salad – make a meal of it!
    Apr 7, 2019

    What herb combos are best for bread? ›

    Italian Parsley (Petroselinumcrispumvar Italian) is a tastier and larger leafed version of the Parsley moss curled. It is a good companion herb to thyme, oregano or marjoram.

    Does garlic bread go with everything? ›

    Garlic bread is the ultimate side dish because it goes well with just about anything! You aren't limited by these ideas, but here are a few of my favorite things to serve with it: Lasagna Soup. Spaghetti Marinara.

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