Description
This Homemade Freezer Garlic Bread recipe lets you prepare garlic bread in advance and store it in the freezer for up to three months. Made with a flavorful garlic butter mixture spread over sliced French bread, it’s a convenient and delicious side that can be quickly baked to golden perfection whenever needed.
Ingredients
Garlic Butter Spread
- 8 Tbsp salted butter, room temperature
- 2 Tbsp olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 Tbsp dried parsley
Bread
- 1 loaf French bread
Instructions
- Prepare Garlic Butter Mixture: In a bowl, combine the salted butter, olive oil, minced garlic, garlic powder, salt, and dried parsley. Mix thoroughly until the mixture is fairly smooth and well blended.
- Slice Bread and Apply Spread: Cut the French bread into 1-inch thick slices, yielding approximately 12 to 16 slices depending on the loaf size. Spread 1/2 to 1 tablespoon of the garlic butter mixture evenly across each slice from edge to edge.
- Freeze the Prepared Bread: Lay the slices flat on a baking sheet and place them in the freezer for about 30 minutes to allow the butter spread to firm up. Afterward, transfer the frozen slices to a gallon-sized freezer bag and store them in the freezer for up to three months.
- Bake from Frozen: When ready to serve, preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Take the desired number of frozen garlic bread slices and place them on a baking sheet. Bake for 10 to 15 minutes until the edges turn golden brown.
- Optional Softer Texture: For softer garlic bread without crispy edges, wrap the slices individually or as a batch in foil before baking.
Notes
- Use room temperature butter for easy mixing.
- The garlic bread can be stored in the freezer for up to three months.
- If you prefer a softer texture, baking the bread wrapped in foil helps retain moisture.
- Adjust the amount of garlic butter spread depending on your taste preference.
- Slicing the bread evenly helps ensure consistent baking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American