Golden & Crispy! Super Easy Homemade Garlic Baguette
Perfect for After-School Snacks! Simple Garlic Bread Recipe for Oven/Air Fryer
Let’s make a quick and delightful snack for the kids before they get home from school! You can easily whip up delicious garlic bread using simple baguette or even sandwich bread, with just butter and garlic. Don’t worry if you don’t have butter – mayonnaise works wonderfully too to create a fantastic garlic bread! Let’s make this recipe together for a sweet and savory treat that the whole family will love.
Main Ingredients- 1 Baguette (cut into 6 pieces) or 4 slices of Sandwich Bread
Magical Garlic Sauce- 1 Tbsp Butter, softened (approx. 15g)
- 1 Tbsp Minced Garlic (approx. 10g)
- 1 Tbsp Mayonnaise (approx. 15g, optional but adds flavor!)
- 1 Tbsp Sugar (approx. 10g)
- ½ Tbsp Honey or Corn Syrup (approx. 7g)
- ½ Tbsp Dried Parsley Flakes (for garnish, optional)
- 1 Tbsp Butter, softened (approx. 15g)
- 1 Tbsp Minced Garlic (approx. 10g)
- 1 Tbsp Mayonnaise (approx. 15g, optional but adds flavor!)
- 1 Tbsp Sugar (approx. 10g)
- ½ Tbsp Honey or Corn Syrup (approx. 7g)
- ½ Tbsp Dried Parsley Flakes (for garnish, optional)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, prepare a bowl for making the garlic sauce. Add 1 tablespoon of softened butter to the bowl. It’s best if the butter is at room temperature so it’s easier to mix.
Step 2
Gently melt the softened butter in the microwave for about 20-30 seconds. Be careful not to overheat, as it can cause the butter to separate into oil.
Step 3
Add the minced garlic, mayonnaise (if using), sugar, and honey (or corn syrup) to the melted butter. Mix everything thoroughly until well combined and smooth. Ensure there are no lumps. The parsley flakes can be added now for visual appeal or sprinkled on top later; they are completely optional and don’t affect the taste if omitted.
Step 4
Now it’s time to spread this magical garlic sauce generously onto your baguette slices or bread. Ensure an even coating on the top surface, reaching all the way to the edges for maximum flavor in every bite.
Step 5
Once the bread is coated, it’s time to bake it to a beautiful golden brown! If using an oven, preheat it to 190°C (375°F) and bake for about 10-13 minutes. Oven performance can vary, so keep an eye on it to prevent burning. For an air fryer, a temperature of 180°C (350°F) for 5-10 minutes is recommended. Again, monitor closely to avoid burning.
Step 6
Remove the garlic bread from the oven or air fryer once it’s perfectly golden and toasted. Your delicious garlic bread, loved by the whole family, is ready to be enjoyed! It tastes best when served warm. This is perfect as a snack for kids or even as a tasty accompaniment to drinks.
