Irresistible Pull Apart Garlic Bread for Cozy Gatherings Recipe
This Irresistible Pull Apart Garlic Bread is the perfect cozy gathering treat. Soft, fluffy, and infused with a rich garlic butter blend enhanced by parsley and Italian seasoning, it’s delightfully easy to make and perfect for sharing. Each bite offers a buttery, fragrant experience that melts in your mouth, ideal as an appetizer or side.
- Prep Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Dough
- 1 cup warm water (divided, essential for activating the yeast)
- 1 tsp active dry yeast
- 1 tbsp honey (maple syrup as alternative)
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 tsp salt
Garlic Butter Topping
- 5 tbsp butter (melted)
- 2 large cloves garlic (finely grated or minced)
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley (finely chopped)
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Activate Yeast: Combine ½ cup warm water, active dry yeast, and honey in a large mixing bowl. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy and bubbly, indicating the yeast is active.
- Mix Dough Ingredients: Add flour, softened butter, and salt to the yeast mixture. Stir gently to combine all ingredients.
- Add Remaining Water and Form Dough: Gradually pour the remaining ½ cup warm water while mixing until the dough forms a cohesive ball. If sticky, sprinkle additional flour.
- Knead Dough: Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for 7-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Cover with a dishcloth and let rest about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
- Prepare Garlic Butter: While dough rises, melt butter over low heat in a saucepan. Add minced garlic, parsley, and Italian seasoning, stirring for about 2 minutes to infuse flavors. Set aside.
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Dough Pieces: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Punch down the risen dough, shape into a 1-inch thick tube, and cut into 1-inch pieces.
- Coat Dough Pieces: Toss dough pieces in the garlic butter mixture to fully coat each piece with flavorful butter.
- Arrange and Bake: Place coated dough pieces into a greased 8×4-inch loaf pan. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and bubbling. Serve warm.
Notes
- Ensure water is warm, not hot, to properly activate yeast without killing it.
- For a dairy-free option, substitute butter with a plant-based alternative.
- Variations can include adding shredded cheese between pieces before baking for extra indulgence.
- Let the bread cool slightly before serving for easier pulling apart.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container and reheat to restore softness.
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