Garlic Clove Bread
Indulge your senses with the aromatic allure of homemade Garlic Clove Bread, a golden-crusted delight packed with buttery roasted garlic in every bite. This artisan-style bread recipe brings together pillowy-soft dough infused with sweet, caramelized cloves of roasted garlic for a flavor that’s irresistibly rich and savory. Perfectly baked to a glistening finish with a brush of melted butter and optional parsley garnish, this bread is ideal for elevating any meal or serving as a show-stopping centerpiece. Whether paired with soups, pastas, or enjoyed on its own, this recipe offers a comfort-food experience that’s both rustic and refined. Plus, it's easy to master with minimal ingredients and a step-by-step guide for home bakers!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 1.5 teaspoons Salt
- 1 tablespoon Granulated sugar
- 2.25 teaspoons Active dry yeast
- 1.25 cups Warm water (about 110°F/43°C)
- 0.25 cup Olive oil
- 2 units Garlic heads
- 3 tablespoons Unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tablespoon Chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Cut the tops off the garlic heads to expose the tops of the cloves. Drizzle with a little olive oil and wrap each head tightly in aluminum foil. Roast in the preheated oven for 30-40 minutes until the garlic cloves are soft and golden. Let cool.
While the garlic is roasting, prepare the bread dough. In a large mixing bowl, combine the warm water, sugar, and active dry yeast. Stir and let sit for about 5-10 minutes until frothy, indicating the yeast is activated.
Add olive oil, salt, and 3 cups of flour to the yeast mixture. Stir until a shaggy dough forms.
Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes, gradually adding the remaining 1/2 cup of flour as needed, until the dough is smooth and elastic.
Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, turn to coat, and cover with a damp towel or plastic wrap. Let rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
Once the garlic has cooled, gently squeeze the roasted cloves out of the skins and set aside.
Punch down the risen dough and turn it out onto a floured surface. Knead in the roasted garlic cloves gently, distributing them evenly throughout the dough.
Shape the dough into a loaf or your desired shape and place it on a parchment-lined baking sheet or in a greased loaf pan. Cover loosely and let rise for another 30 minutes.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Brush the top of the risen dough with the melted butter, and optionally sprinkle with fresh parsley for garnish.
Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the bread is golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.
Let the bread cool for at least 15 minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2662 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 95.8 g | 123% | |
| Saturated Fat | 31.3 g | 156% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 93 mg | 31% | |
| Sodium | 3584 mg | 156% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 392.1 g | 143% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.9 g | 60% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.7 g | ||
| Protein | 57.2 g | 114% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 377 mg | 29% | |
| Iron | 23.0 mg | 128% | |
| Potassium | 1289 mg | 27% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
