Easy Garlic Bread Dough Recipe – 10 Minutes to Perfection

I’ll never forget my first attempt at garlic bread. I was a teenager, armed with nothing but a stick of butter, some garlic, and a dream. I slathered it on a slice of bread and popped it in the oven, expecting magic. Spoiler: it was a soggy mess. That disaster taught me a valuable lesson—great garlic bread needs a little love, but it doesn’t have to be hard. Fast forward to today, and I’ve got a recipe that’s a game-changer: a garlic bread dough you can whip up in just 10 minutes of prep time. Crispy, garlicky perfection is closer than you think.

This isn’t your average garlic bread. It’s quick, it’s simple, and it’s made from scratch with ingredients you probably already have. Imagine the smell of fresh dough hitting the skillet, topped with melty garlic butter. Hungry yet? Let’s dive in.

The Recipe: Quick Garlic Bread Dough

Here’s the deal: this recipe uses baking powder instead of yeast, so there’s no waiting for dough to rise. You mix it, shape it, cook it—done. The garlic flavor comes from a hint in the dough and a big punch in the butter. Let’s break it down.

Ingredients

For the Dough:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3/4 cup water

For the Garlic Butter:

• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
• A pinch of salt

Step-by-Step Guide

1. Mix the Dry Stuff: Grab a big bowl and whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and garlic powder. That garlic powder? It’s our secret weapon for subtle flavor in every bite.
2. Add the Wet Stuff: Make a little well in the center. Pour in the olive oil and water. Stir it with a spoon—or just use your hands—until it turns into a shaggy dough.
3. Knead It Quick: Dump the dough onto a floured surface. Knead it for 2-3 minutes until it’s smooth. Too sticky? Sprinkle a bit more flour. Too dry? Add a splash of water.
4. Shape It Up: Split the dough into 4-6 pieces, depending on how big you want your breads. Roll each piece into a ball, then flatten it into a 1/4-inch thick round or oval. No perfection needed here—just rustic vibes.
5. Cook It Hot: Heat a skillet over medium-high. Non-stick or cast iron, your call. Drop in a couple dough pieces. Cook 2-3 minutes per side until they’re golden and puffed. Charred spots? Bonus flavor.
6. Make the Magic Butter: While the breads cook, mix the softened butter, minced garlic, parsley, and a pinch of salt in a small bowl. Smell that? Heaven.
7. Spread and Serve: Pull the hot breads off the skillet. Slather that garlic butter on one side. The heat melts it right in. Serve them up fast and watch them disappear.

Image Prompt: A close-up of golden-brown garlic bread flatbreads on a wooden board, glistening with melted garlic butter and flecked with fresh parsley. A cozy kitchen background shows a skillet, garlic cloves, and a sprig of parsley.

Wrap-Up

There you go—an easy garlic bread dough recipe that’s ready to rock in just 10 minutes of prep. Pair it with pasta, soup, or just eat it straight off the skillet (no judgment here). It’s so simple, you’ll wonder why you ever bothered with store-bought. Give it a shot and drop a comment below—tell me how it went or what you served it with. Happy cooking!

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