Whip up this Easy Vegan Garlic Bread in just 25 minutes using only 5 simple ingredients. Enjoy a savory, garlicky treat that's perfect for any meal, completely dairy-free, and ideal for sharing!
This vegan garlic bread is quick, easy, and bursting with flavor from fresh garlic and parsley. Perfect for dinner parties or weeknight meals, this recipe is sure to impress your guests and family alike.
Pair it with your favorite pasta dish, soup, or salad for a complete and satisfying meal. With its crispy edges and soft, buttery center, this side will become a staple in your vegan recipe collection.
Looking for more delicious vegan recipes? Try my Vegan Spinach Artichoke Dip, Vegan Cheese, and Vegan Cashew Cheese or a flavorful plant-based feast that everyone will enjoy.
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🌟 Why you'll love this recipe
- Quick and Easy: Ready in just 25 minutes, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or when you need a fast, delicious side dish. The steps are simple and easy to follow.
- Simple Ingredients: Made with only 5 common, vegan-friendly ingredients, this recipe is convenient and budget-friendly, using items you likely already have at home.
- Bursting with Flavor: Enjoy a rich, garlicky taste enhanced by fresh parsley. The flavors come together beautifully to create a savory bread that complements any meal.
- Dairy-Free: Completely plant-based, this side dish is ideal for vegans and those with dairy allergies. Enjoy the creamy, buttery flavor without any dairy.
- Versatile Side: Perfectly pairs with pasta, soups, and salads. It adds a delicious, garlicky touch to a wide variety of meals, making it a versatile addition to your menu.
🧾 Ingredient notes
Baguette or French Loaf: A baguette or French loaf is perfect because it has a crispy crust and a soft inside, making it ideal for this recipe.
But don't worry if you don't have one, use whatever bread you have on hand. Italian bread, ciabatta, or even a simple sandwich loaf will work great too.
Vegan Butter: Softened vegan butter mixes easily with the garlic and parsley, and melts beautifully into the bread. However, if you don’t have vegan butter, olive oil works well too.
If you forget to let your butter come to room temperature ahead of time, you can soften butter quickly with this trick.
Garlic: Fresh garlic cloves give a strong, tasty flavor that's key for vegan garlic bread. If you don't have fresh garlic, you can use garlic powder or garlic paste instead.
Fresh Parsley: It adds a bright, fresh taste that balances out the rich butter and garlic. If you don't have parsley, you can use other fresh herbs like basil or chives.
See the recipe card below for a full list of ingredients and measurements.
📋 Variations
- Cheesy Bread: Sprinkle some vegan cheese over the butter mixture before baking. This adds a deliciously cheesy layer that melts and becomes gooey in the oven.
- Pesto Bread: Mix a few tablespoons of Vegan Pesto into the butter mixture. This adds a rich, basil-flavored twist to the bread.
- Lemon Bread: Add a tablespoon of lemon juice and some lemon zest to the butter mixture. This adds a bright, tangy flavor that pairs beautifully with the garlic.
- Mushroom Bread: Sauté some finely chopped mushrooms and mix them into the butter mixture. They add a savory, umami flavor that takes the bread to the next level.
- Sun-Dried Tomato Bread: Chop some sun-dried tomatoes and mix them into the butter mixture. This adds a sweet and tangy flavor that complements the garlic.
🔪 Instructions
Step 1. Preheat the oven to 350ºF (180ºC). Cut the loaf in half, then slice it almost all the way through into thick slices.
Step 2. In a bowl, combine the vegan butter, garlic, parsley, and salt until the mixture is fluffy.
Step 3. Spread the butter mixture inside the cuts on both sides of the bread and spread any remaining butter on top of the loaves.
Step 4. Wrap each loaf in foil and bake for 15 minutes or until golden and toasted.
💭 Expert tips
- Use Fresh Garlic: Freshly minced garlic provides the best flavor compared to pre-minced or powdered garlic. It gives the bread a robust and aromatic taste.
- Soften the Vegan Butter: Ensure the vegan butter is fully softened before mixing with other ingredients. This helps it combine smoothly and spread easily on the bread.
- Don’t Cut All the Way Through: When slicing the loaf, cut almost all the way through but not completely. This keeps the loaf intact and makes it easier to handle and serve.
- Wrap Tightly in Foil: Wrap the bread tightly in aluminum foil before baking. This traps the steam and ensures the bread becomes soft and the flavors meld together perfectly.
- Add a Final Toast: For an extra crispy top, open the foil in the last few minutes of baking to allow the bread to toast. Keep an eye on it to prevent burning.
❓Recipe FAQs
To store your vegan garlic bread, let it cool completely, then wrap it tightly in aluminum foil or place it in an airtight container.
You can keep it at room temperature for up to 2 days.
For longer storage, refrigerate for up to a week or freeze for up to 3 months. When ready to eat, reheat in the oven at 350ºF (180ºC) until warmed through.
Yes, you can freeze your vegan garlic bread for later use. After baking, let the garlic bread cool completely.
Wrap the bread tightly in aluminum foil to prevent freezer burn, then place it in a freezer-safe bag or container.
You can freeze it for up to 3 months. When ready to use, thaw the bread in the refrigerator overnight.
To reheat, preheat the oven to 350ºF (180ºC) and bake the bread, still wrapped in foil, until it is warmed through.
Yes! Simply spread the butter mixture on the bread, then cover it with foil and refrigerate overnight.
When you're ready, bake it the next day as directed. For longer storage, you can also freeze the vegan garlic bread loaves.
When you're ready to serve, bake the bread directly from frozen, adding an extra 5 to 10 minutes to the baking time.
It pairs perfectly with a variety of dishes. Enjoy it alongside comforting bowls of Vegan Tomato Soup or Vegan Cream of Mushroom Soup.
It's also a great complement to hearty servings of Vegan Chili, flavorful Vegan Lasagna, or a delicious Vegan Bolognese.
For a comforting meal, serve it alongside creamy Vegan Mac and Cheese, a fresh Vegan Caesar Salad, or flavorful Vegan Mushroom Stroganoff.
For the best results, use a baguette with a crispy crust. Starting with a crispy exterior ensures your garlic bread will have that satisfying crunch when baked wrapped in foil.
I used a 2-foot long (24 inches or 60 cm) baguette, cut in half to make two loaves. Aim for a similar size to maintain the recipe's proportions.
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Easy Vegan Garlic Bread
Ingredients
- 1 baguette or French loaf, 2 feet long (24 inches or 60 cm)
- ½ cup vegan butter, softened
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350ºF (180ºC). Cut the loaf in half, then slice it almost all the way through into thick slices.
- In a bowl, combine the vegan butter, garlic, parsley, and salt until the mixture is fluffy.
- Spread the butter mixture inside the cuts on both sides of the bread and spread any remaining butter on top of the loaves.
- Wrap each loaf in foil and bake for 15 minutes or until golden and toasted.
Notes
- Use Fresh Garlic: Freshly minced garlic provides the best flavor compared to pre-minced or powdered garlic. It gives the bread a robust and aromatic taste.
- Soften the Vegan Butter: Ensure the vegan butter is fully softened before mixing with other ingredients. This helps it combine smoothly and spread easily on the bread.
- Don’t Cut All the Way Through: When slicing the loaf, cut almost all the way through but not completely. This keeps the loaf intact and makes it easier to handle and serve.
- Wrap Tightly in Foil: Wrap the bread tightly in aluminum foil before baking. This traps the steam and ensures the bread becomes soft and the flavors meld together perfectly.
- Add a Final Toast: For an extra crispy top, open the foil in the last few minutes of baking to allow the bread to toast. Keep an eye on it to prevent burning.
Bill says
This is delicious. I have two variations, based on my Napolitan grandfather's practice. First, try substituting olive oil for the butter. Second, splash a bit of red wine vinegar and some black pepper on after baking.
Grandpa loved this, and it's the only thing I ever saw him cook for himself.
Iosune says
Hi Bill! Sounds AMAZING 🙂 Thanks for your comment!