Imagine a bread so irresistibly fragrant and delicious that your guests will be fighting over every single pull-apart piece! This dairy-free garlic loaf is not just a side dish; it's a flavor explosion that transforms an ordinary meal into an extraordinary culinary adventure. With golden, crispy edges and a buttery garlic-infused interior, this recipe proves that dairy-free can be just as indulgent and mouthwatering as traditional garlic bread.
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 25 mins
Total Time: 45 mins
Cuisine: Italian
Serves: 1 loaf
Ingredients
- 1 loaf dairy-free bread
- 1/2 cup dairy-free butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- In a small saucepan, melt the dairy-free butter over low heat. Add minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to brown the garlic.
- Remove the butter and garlic mixture from heat and stir in chopped fresh parsley and salt. Let the mixture cool slightly for 3-4 minutes.
- Using a sharp serrated knife, carefully cut the bread into a crosshatch pattern, making diagonal cuts about 1-inch apart without cutting through the bottom of the loaf. Ensure the cuts are even and go almost to the bottom of the bread.
- Slowly pour the garlic butter mixture over the bread, making sure it seeps into all the cuts and crevices. Use a pastry brush to help distribute the butter evenly if needed.
- Wrap the entire loaf loosely in aluminum foil, leaving some space at the top for steam to escape.
- Place the wrapped loaf on the prepared baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes.
- Unwrap the foil for the last 5 minutes of baking to allow the bread to get slightly crispy on the edges.
- Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes before serving. Serve warm and pull apart the sections for easy eating.
Tips
- • Choose a sturdy, day-old bread for the best texture and easier cutting • Use a sharp serrated knife for precise crosshatch cuts • Don't cut completely through the bottom of the loaf to keep it intact • Let the garlic butter mixture cool slightly to prevent burning • Use a pastry brush to ensure even butter distribution • Wrap loosely in foil to keep moisture while allowing steam to escape • Watch the last 5 minutes of baking to achieve perfect crispiness • Serve immediately while warm for the most enjoyable pull-apart experience • For extra flavor, consider adding herbs like rosemary or thyme to the garlic butter
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 203kcal
Carbohydrates: g
Protein: g
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 0mg
