This pull apart garlic bread is soft, buttery, and packed with garlic flavor and the freshness of parsley. The crust is golden brown and crispy, while the inside is soft and fluffy – the perfect contrast in every bite. It’s the ideal addition to every party, meal, or gathering!
This homemade garlic bread is not just any bread. It’s a garlicky, buttery, and herby pull-apart loaf that’s perfect for sharing. The best part? You can easily make this bread at home with only five ingredients that are probably already in your pantry!
What’s best is not just the amazing flavor but also the wonderful texture that you get by baking the frozen dinner roll dough. The end result is bread with a crusty exterior and a soft, pull-apart interior. And if you love homemade bread, you’ll love my dinner roll recipe too!
This recipe comes from a recipe binder I purchased at an antique store. The recipe appears to have been cut out of the cardboard box for Land O Lakes butter.
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Why I Love This Recipe
- Easy to make: This pull-apart garlic bread recipe is straightforward and requires simple ingredients. All you need to do is cut the thawed dinner rolls, mix the butter, parsley, onion, and garlic, coat the rolls, let them rise, and bake them in the oven. It is as easy as pie!
- Family favorite: This garlic bread is a surefire hit with the whole family. The soft, buttery rolls with a hint of garlic and onion are simply irresistible. Plus, the fun of pulling it apart makes it a favorite among kids too!
- Goes Well With Everything This pull-apart garlic bread is not just a side dish. You can pair it with pasta, soup, pizza, or any of your favorite main courses. It is also great as a snack with marinara sauce for dipping.
- Tasty: This bread is perfectly buttery, soft, and flavorful with the addition of fresh parsley and garlic. The golden brown crust and the soft interior make it a crowd-pleaser at any gathering. Plus, the aroma of freshly baked garlic bread is simply wonderful!
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Key Ingredients
- Frozen Dinner Roll Dough: This is the base of our pull-apart garlic bread. Let them thaw, but not rise too much. You’re looking to let them thaw enough to cut in half.
- Butter: The melted butter in this recipe gives it that beautiful buttery flavor we all love in garlic bread. It also helps to create a soft and delicious texture.
- Fresh Parsley: Freshly chopped parsley will add a pop of color and a subtle herby flavor to the garlic bread.
- Onion: Chopped onion provides a savory depth to the overall flavor of the bread.
- Fresh Garlic: Finely chopped fresh garlic is the star of this recipe. It gives the bread its distinctive garlic flavor and aroma.
Equipment
- Large Bowl – This is where you’ll combine your frozen dinner rolls with the garlic butter mixture. It provides ample space to mix the ingredients thoroughly.
- Tube Pan – The tube pan is essential for this recipe. It’s where you’ll arrange your rolls and let them rise. It helps to give the bread its unique shape and helps guarantee even cooking.
- Measuring Cups and Spoons – These are necessary to measure out your ingredients accurately. Proper measurements are key to achieving the right flavor balance in your garlic bread.
How to Make
Preparation
Begin by preparing your dinner rolls. Let them thaw for approximately 30 minutes or until you can cut them in half. Place them in a large bowl ready for the next steps.
Step 1 – Combine Ingredients
In a bowl, combine all the remaining ingredients. This will include herbs such as parsley, melted butter, garlic cloves, parmesan cheese, and kosher salt. Once combined, pour this garlic butter mixture over the halved dinner rolls and toss to make sure that each roll is thoroughly coated.
Step 2 – Arrange the Rolls
Next, take a greased tube pan and arrange the rolls inside. Try to distribute them evenly so they can rise and bake uniformly.
Step 3 – Let the Dough Rise
Cover the tube pan with a plastic wrap and let it sit in a warm place. Allow the dough to rise for about 1 hour or until it has doubled in size. This is an important step in achieving that fluffy texture that we love in pull-apart garlic bread.
Step 4 – Bake the Bread
Preheat your oven to 350˚ F. Once preheated, place the loaf pan in the oven and bake for 25-30 minutes. You’ll know it is done when the top is golden brown.
Step 5 – Cool and Serve
After baking, remove the garlic bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then invert the pan to remove the bread. Your pull-apart garlic bread is ready to serve warm.
Expert Tips
- Thaw the dinner rolls but don’t let them rise too much: For this garlic bread recipe, your dough must be thawed to cut in half, but not risen too much. This helps to guarantee that your bread will bake evenly in the oven.
- Let the dough rise in a warm place: Set your oven temperature to 100˚ F to allow the rolls to rise successfully. If your oven isn’t able to be set at 100˚ F, turn an empty oven on to 350˚ F for one minute. Turn the oven off and then place your rolls in the oven to rise in the turned off oven.
- Suggested Rolls: I used Rhodes frozen rolls for this recipe. They were the perfect size and I was able to cut them in half after 30 minutes of thawing.
Recipe Variations
- Cheese: For cheese lovers, this variation is a must-try. Add a good sprinkle of parmesan cheese or mozzarella to the butter mixture and over the top of the bread before baking. The melted cheese adds a creamy texture and enhances the flavor of the garlic bread.
- Pizza twist: If you’re a pizza fan, this variation will hit the spot. Add chopped pepperoni and a sprinkle of mozzarella cheese to the butter mixture. Bake as directed, and serve with warm marinara sauce for dipping. It is like having pizza and garlic bread in one delicious loaf!
- Herbs: For a fresh and flavorful twist, add a variety of herbs to your garlic bread. Along with the parsley, try adding some chopped fresh basil, oregano, or thyme to the butter mixture. The herbs will add a wonderful depth of flavor to your pull-apart garlic bread.
What to Serve With
- The pull apart garlic bread is a perfect side dish with your favorite pasta. The soft, buttery garlic flavor of the bread compliments the rich and savory profile of a classic spaghetti or lasagna.
- Want a heartwarming meal? Pair this garlic bread with a bowl of your favorite soup. The bread’s crisp exterior and soft, flavorful interior is the perfect companion to a creamy tomato soup or a hearty vegetable stew.
- Use this pull-apart garlic bread as an appetizer for your pizza night. It is a great way to start off the meal, especially when served with a bowl of marinara sauce for dipping.
- Leftovers? No problem! Warm up the leftover pull-apart garlic bread in the oven and serve it with a fresh salad for a quick and easy lunch.
- For a fun twist, try using this garlic bread as a base for mini pizzas. Just add a bit of mozzarella and your favorite toppings, then bake until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Recipe FAQs
Once your dinner roll dough is thawed, you’ll need to cut each roll in half. Then, place these halves in a large bowl. Be careful not to let the dough rise too much; you just want it thawed enough to cut.
Absolutely! If you prefer, you can omit the onion and parsley and use only garlic. Alternatively, you could use only butter for a simpler, buttery roll. This recipe is versatile and can be modified according to your taste.
Storing and Reheating
- Refrigerate: After enjoying your pull-apart garlic bread, if you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator. They can last for up to 2-3 days. While it is best to eat this garlic bread fresh, refrigerated leftovers still offer a delicious flavor.
- Reheat Instructions: To reheat your refrigerated garlic bread, place them on a baking sheet and warm them in a preheated oven at 350°F for 10-15 minutes, or until they are heated through. This will help maintain the soft texture and buttery flavor.
- Freeze: Since this bread is so easy to make, I don’t recommend freezing it. It’s best enjoyed fresh. You can, instead, keep some frozen dinner roll dough handy to make these whenever you want.
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Serving Size
- What to Expect: This pull-apart garlic bread recipe makes 12 servings using thawed frozen dinner roll dough.
- How to Scale: If you want to make more than 12 servings, you can double the recipe and follow the instructions as directed. Make sure your loaf pan is large enough. If it is not, you can use two loaf pans to get the same results.
Pull Apart Garlic Bread
Ingredients
- 12 Frozen Dinner Rolls Thawed
- ⅓ Cup Butter melted
- 2 Tablespoons Fresh Parsley chopped
- 2 Tablespoons Onion chopped
- 1 teaspoon Fresh Garlic finely chopped
Instructions
- Thaw your dinner rolls (about 30 minutes) so that they can be cut in half. Place the halved thawed rolls in a large bowl.
- In a smaller bowl, combine all the remaining ingredients. Pour over the rolls and toss to coat.
- Arrange the rolls in a greased tube pan. Cover and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- Bake in a preheated 350˚ F oven for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from oven and let cool in pan for 10 minutes. Invert the pan to remove the bread. Serve warm.
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