Gluten-Free Garlic Bread Recipe with Crispy Edges

This homemade cheesy gluten-free garlic bread is made with fresh garlic, parsley, parmesan cheese, and salted butter. It is crisp around the edges, soft in the center, full of classic garlic flavor, and ready in about 20 minutes. Serve it as an easy gluten-free appetizer, side dish, or comfort-food addition to dinner.

The best gluten-free garlic bread recipe

Garlic bread is one of the easiest and most satisfying side dishes you can make. It is buttery, savory, golden, and crisp, with a cheesy parmesan topping that makes every bite taste special. This gluten-free garlic bread gives you everything you love about classic garlic bread without using regular wheat bread.

The best part is that it does not taste like a compromise. When you use a good gluten-free baguette and a flavorful garlic butter spread, the bread turns crisp on the outside while staying soft and rich in the middle. It is simple enough for a weeknight dinner but delicious enough to serve with guests.

You only need a handful of ingredients: gluten-free baguettes, softened salted butter, fresh garlic, parmesan cheese, parsley, and black pepper. The recipe comes together quickly, and most of the work is simply mixing the garlic butter and spreading it over the bread.

This gluten-free garlic bread is perfect with pasta, soup, salad, chicken, seafood, or a cozy family meal. It is also a great appetizer when sliced into smaller pieces and served warm from the oven.

Why you’ll love this recipe

• It is completely gluten-free.
• The bread is buttery, garlicky, cheesy, and crisp.
• It is ready in about 20 minutes.
• The recipe uses simple, easy-to-find ingredients.
• It works as an appetizer, snack, or side dish.
• You can make it dairy-free and vegan with easy swaps.
• The fresh garlic and parsley give it a homemade flavor.
• It is a great recipe for picky eaters and family dinners.

Ingredients needed & substitutions

This gluten-free garlic bread recipe uses only a few ingredients, but each one adds flavor and texture. Here is what you need before you start:

• Gluten-free baguettes: Use your favorite gluten-free baguettes or another gluten-free French-style bread. Gluten-free ciabatta or a gluten-free sourdough-style loaf can also work.
• Salted butter: Softened salted butter makes the garlic spread rich, smooth, and easy to apply. If you use unsalted butter, add ½ teaspoon of salt to the butter mixture.
• Fresh garlic cloves: Freshly minced garlic gives the bread its bold, classic flavor. Use 3 to 5 cloves depending on how garlicky you like it.
• Parmesan cheese: Parmesan adds a salty, cheesy topping and helps the surface turn golden and crisp.
• Fresh parsley: Fresh parsley adds color and a light herb flavor. Fresh is best for this recipe.
• Black pepper: A small amount of black pepper balances the butter, garlic, and cheese.

How to make gluten-free garlic bread

This cheesy gluten-free garlic bread is quick and beginner-friendly. The full recipe with measurements is included in the recipe card below, but these step-by-step instructions will guide you through the process.

Step 1:

Preheat your oven to 380°F. Slice the gluten-free baguettes in half lengthwise, then place the cut sides facing up on a baking sheet.

Step 2:

In a small bowl, combine the softened butter, minced garlic, parmesan cheese, chopped parsley, and black pepper. Mix until the ingredients are evenly blended into a smooth garlic butter spread.

Step 3:

Spread the garlic butter evenly over each cut side of the bread. If you want extra cheesy garlic bread, sprinkle a little more parmesan over the top before baking.

Step 4:

Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the butter is melted and the bread is hot. Turn the broiler to high and broil for 2 to 3 minutes, watching carefully, until the tops are golden and crisp.

Let the bread cool for a few minutes before slicing. Garnish with extra fresh parsley if desired, then serve warm.

Frequently Asked Questions

What’s the best bread to use for gluten-free garlic bread?

Gluten-free baguettes are the best option because they crisp well and are easy to slice. You can also use gluten-free ciabatta or a gluten-free sourdough-style loaf.

Can I make it dairy free and vegan?

Yes. Replace the butter with vegan butter and use nutritional yeast instead of parmesan cheese.

Can I air fry it instead?

Yes, garlic bread can be made in the air fryer. Use gluten-free baguettes and cook until the bread is warm, crisp, and golden.

Can I make it ahead of time?

Garlic bread is best served warm from the oven, but you can prepare it ahead. Spread the garlic butter on the bread, wrap it in foil, and store it in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. When ready to serve, bake as directed.

You can also bake the garlic bread first, let it cool, wrap it in foil, and refrigerate it for up to 3 days. Reheat it in the oven at 300°F for 5 to 10 minutes.

What’s the best temperature to bake garlic bread?

For this recipe, 380°F works well. It is hot enough to warm and crisp the bread without burning the fresh garlic too quickly.

How long do I bake garlic bread at 380°F?

Bake the garlic bread for 10 to 12 minutes, then broil it for 2 to 3 minutes to brown the tops.

Can you freeze garlic bread?

Yes. Let cooked garlic bread cool to room temperature, then place it in a freezer-safe bag. Freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat in the oven at 300°F for 8 to 11 minutes, or until warm.

Can you reheat garlic bread?

Yes. Reheat garlic bread in the oven, toaster oven, or air fryer at 300°F for 5 to 10 minutes. You can also microwave it for 60 to 120 seconds, but the bread will be softer and less crisp.

Is garlic bread healthy?

Healthy means different things to different people. This recipe is made with gluten-free bread and a short list of ingredients. It also uses less butter and cheese than many traditional garlic bread recipes while still tasting rich, savory, and satisfying.

How to store and reheat

Storing: Store leftover gluten-free garlic bread in an airtight container at room temperature or in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

Reheating: Reheat in the oven, toaster oven, or air fryer at 300°F for 5 to 10 minutes, or until warm and crisp.

If you love this recipe, try these next

• Air fryer garlic bread
• Air fryer gnocchi
• Smashed fingerling potatoes
• Gluten-free cornbread
• Gluten-free mozzarella sticks

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