This no-knead garlic bread is one of those recipes that feels almost too easy for how good it tastes. The crust is golden and crisp, the inside is soft and fragrant with garlic, and the best part?
You don’t knead the dough at all. Just mix, let it rise, pour it into the pan, and bake. It’s the kind of bread that disappears in minutes at the table.
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Prep time: 10 minutes (plus rising time)
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Rise time: about 1 hour
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Bake time: 30–35 minutes
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Servings: 1 loaf
Ingredients
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500 g all-purpose flour or bread flour
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1 packet dry yeast (about 7 g / 2¼ teaspoons)
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2 teaspoons salt
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3 cloves garlic, finely chopped (or pressed)
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350 ml warm water
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2 tablespoons olive oil
How to Make No-Knead Garlic Bread
Mix the Dough
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In a large bowl, combine the flour, dry yeast, salt, and minced garlic.
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Add the warm water and olive oil.
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Mix well with a spoon or spatula until everything is combined.
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The dough should be slightly sticky and shaggy — that’s exactly how it should be.
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Let It Rise
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Cover the bowl with a clean kitchen towel.
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Let the dough rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until it has doubled in volume.
Prepare the Pan
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Lightly grease a bread loaf pan or a small baking tray with a bit of olive oil or nonstick spray.
Shape (Without Kneading)
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Gently pour or scrape the risen dough into the prepared pan.
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Do not knead it — just ease it into the shape of the pan with a spatula or your hands if needed.
Bake
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Preheat the oven to 200°C (about 390°F).
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Bake the bread for about 30–35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the loaf sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.
Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before slicing.
Serving Ideas
This no-knead garlic bread is perfect:
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With soups and stews
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Alongside pasta dishes
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As a base for bruschetta or cheesy garlic toast
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Simply dipped in olive oil or butter
Tips & Variations
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For extra garlic flavor, add a little garlic powder along with the fresh garlic.
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Brush the top with a bit of olive oil and sprinkle with sea salt or dried herbs (like oregano or rosemary) before baking.
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Add grated Parmesan or shredded cheese on top during the last 10 minutes of baking for a cheesy garlic bread.
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