Soft, fluffy, and loaded with buttery garlic flavor, this Homemade Garlic Bread is the perfect side dish for pasta, soups, or even enjoyed on its own. The bread bakes golden on the outside while staying soft inside, and the optional melty mozzarella cheese makes it even more irresistible.
Recipe Information
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Rise Time: 1 hour
Bake Time: 18–20 minutes
Total Time: About 1 hour 35 minutes
Servings: 6–8 pieces
Difficulty: Easy
Ingredients
For the Dough
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2 cups all-purpose flour (maida)
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1 tsp sugar
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1 tsp salt
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1 tsp instant yeast
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¾ cup warm milk
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2 tbsp oil or melted butter
For the Garlic Butter
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4 tbsp butter, softened
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4 garlic cloves, finely minced
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1 tbsp fresh coriander or parsley, chopped
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¼ tsp salt
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¼ tsp black pepper
Optional Topping
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½ cup mozzarella cheese, grated
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Dough
In a mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, sugar, salt, and instant yeast.
Step 2: Knead the Dough
Add warm milk and oil or melted butter. Mix and knead until a soft and smooth dough forms.
Step 3: Let the Dough Rise
Cover the dough with a cloth and let it rise for about 1 hour until it doubles in size.
Step 4: Make Garlic Butter
In a small bowl, mix softened butter, minced garlic, chopped coriander (or parsley), salt, and black pepper.
Step 5: Shape the Bread
Place the risen dough in a round baking tray or pan. Gently spread it out with your hands to form a thick round bread shape.
Step 6: Add Garlic Butter
Spread the prepared garlic butter evenly over the dough.
Step 7: Add Cheese
Sprinkle grated mozzarella cheese evenly on top if using.
Step 8: Cut the Bread
Use a knife to cut the dough into pizza-style wedges, but do not cut all the way through.
Step 9: Bake
Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for 18–20 minutes until the bread turns golden brown.
Step 10: Serve
Allow the bread to cool slightly, then pull apart the slices and serve warm.
Tips for Perfect Garlic Bread
✔ Use fresh garlic for the best flavor.
✔ You can replace parsley with coriander for a slightly different taste.
✔ Serve with pasta, soup, or pizza for a complete meal.
