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Pull Apart Garlic Bread Recipe

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This Pull Apart Garlic Bread recipe transforms simple homemade dough into a flavorful, buttery, and fluffy bread that's perfect for sharing. Soft dough balls are coated in rich garlic butter with herbs, then baked to golden perfection, resulting in an irresistible, melt-in-your-mouth appetizer or side dish.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 40 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings

Ingredients

Dough

  • 1 cup warm water, divided
  • 1 teaspoon active dry yeast
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 teaspoon salt

Garlic Butter Topping

  • 5 tablespoons butter
  • 2 large cloves garlic, finely grated or minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped
  • 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning

Instructions

  1. Activate the yeast: In a large mixing bowl, combine ½ cup warm water with the active dry yeast and honey. Stir gently and let it rest for 5-10 minutes until the mixture becomes foamy, indicating the yeast is active.
  2. Mix the dough: Add the flour, softened butter, and salt to the yeast mixture. Gradually pour the remaining ½ cup warm water, stirring continuously until the ingredients come together to form a soft, slightly sticky dough. If the dough is too sticky, add a little more flour as needed.
  3. Knead the dough: Knead the dough by hand or with a stand mixer for 7-10 minutes until it is smooth and elastic. Test by pressing a thumb into the dough—if it springs back, it's ready. Cover the bowl with a dish cloth and let the dough rise at room temperature for about one hour, until it doubles in size.
  4. Prepare the garlic butter: About 15 minutes before the dough has finished rising, preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). In a small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Add grated garlic, chopped parsley, and Italian seasoning to the melted butter. Stir well and cook gently for 2 minutes to infuse the flavors, then remove from heat.
  5. Shape the dough pieces: Once risen, punch down the dough and roll it into a long 1-inch diameter tube. Cut this tube into 1-inch pieces to create individual bread bites.
  6. Coat with garlic butter: Place the dough pieces into the prepared garlic butter in the saucepan and toss gently to fully coat each piece with the flavorful butter mixture.
  7. Bake the bread: Transfer the coated dough pieces into an 8 x 4 inch loaf pan, arranging them so they slightly touch. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until the bread is golden brown and cooked through.
  8. Finish and serve: Optionally garnish the baked bread with additional fresh parsley for a pop of color and added freshness. Serve warm and enjoy tearing apart the soft, buttery garlic bites with friends or family.

Notes

  • For best results, use fresh yeast if possible to ensure a good rise.
  • If you prefer a stronger garlic flavor, add an extra clove or sprinkle additional garlic powder before baking.
  • You can substitute Italian seasoning with dried oregano and basil if unavailable.
  • To make this recipe dairy-free, swap the butter for a plant-based alternative.
  • For a crispy crust, brush additional garlic butter on top halfway through baking.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container and reheat in the oven to refresh texture.
  • Author: Chef
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian-American

Find it online: https://avascooking.com/pull-apart-garlic-bread-recipe/