Description
Chili Crunch Garlic Bread is a spicy, flavorful twist on classic garlic bread featuring a rich blend of butter, minced garlic, and chili crunch. Topped with optional Parmesan cheese, this golden, crispy side dish is perfect for pairing with pasta, soup, or serving as a zesty appetizer.
Ingredients
Scale
Bread and Butter Mixture
- 1 loaf French or Italian bread (halved lengthwise)
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoons chili crunch (or chili crisp)
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Toppings (Optional)
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to prepare for baking the bread to a golden, crispy texture.
- Mix Butter Spread: In a small bowl, combine the softened butter, minced garlic, chili crunch, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper, mixing thoroughly until well blended to form a flavorful spread.
- Apply Spread: Spread the butter mixture evenly over the cut sides of the halved bread to ensure full coverage and flavor penetration.
- Add Cheese (Optional): If desired, sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese evenly over the buttered bread for a cheesy finish.
- Bake: Place the bread halves cut side up on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 10–12 minutes, until the edges turn golden and crispy.
- Broil for Crispiness: For an extra crispy top, broil the bread for an additional 1–2 minutes, watching closely to avoid burning.
- Slice and Serve: Remove from the oven, slice the bread into 8 pieces, and serve warm to enjoy the spicy, garlicky crunch.
Notes
- Adjust the amount of chili crunch to suit your preferred spice level.
- For a cheesier variation, add shredded mozzarella along with the Parmesan cheese.
- This bread pairs wonderfully with pasta dishes, soups, or as a standalone spicy appetizer.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Fusion
