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Easy Recipe for Garlic Bread Twists

This easy garlic bread twist recipe is perfect for any occasion! Filled with cheesy, buttery goodness, these twists are a crowd pleaser.

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Whether you’re looking for an appetizer at your next dinner party or just want something warm and indulgent with your weeknight meal, these garlic bread twists have got you covered!

Garlic Bread Twists, which are light and buttery twists filled with garlic and parsley goodness that come together in just a little over a half hour! 

Garlic bread twists are a delicious treat that can be served as an appetizer, side dish, or even a light meal. The next time you need something different for pizza night give these garlic twists a try! They’ll become your family’s favorite things.

Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with the cheesy, buttery flavor of this garlic bread twist recipe.

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How to Make Garlic Twist Bread 

Ingredients:

  • 2 cup self-rising flour 
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 tbsp active dry yeast 
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • 8 tbsp butter 
  • ½ tbsp salt 
  • 6 tbsp fresh or dry parsley 
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Directions:

In a medium sized bowl mix dry ingredients together: flour, yeast, and salt.

Add buttermilk and 1 tablespoon of butter.

Mix everything using a spatula until you form a small ball dough. Let the dough rise somewhere warm for about 1 hour.

When the bread dough has doubled in size, transfer it on a flat surface, sprinkle it with a little flour and using a rolling pin, roll the dough into a 10-inch rectangle.

In a small bowl, combine remaining melted butter, freshly chopped garlic and parsley.

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Spread the butter mixture evenly onto the dough.

Roll the dough into a log.

Cut the log of dough in half using a pizza cutter and braid it like on picture, coil the rope like a snake, then other side of rope in opposite direction.

Transfer into a medium sized loaf pan prepared with cooking spray.

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Bake the garlic twist bread for 35 minutes at 350F.

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What are some flavor variations of garlic bread twists?

Garlic bread twists are an incredibly versatile treat that can be changed to satisfy all sorts of cravings at your next meal!

  • Add some spice to your usual garlic bread twist recipe by sprinkling red pepper flakes or topping with shredded Parmesan cheese and black olives before baking. 
  • Make a cheesy garlic bread by stuffing this quick recipe with mozzarella cheese and then baking until golden brown.
  • Grab some sun dried tomatoes (the kind which comes packed in olive oil) and finely chop them down then add pesto sauce or fresh basil leaves to the dough.
  • If you have any leftover dip at home that needs using up, why not roll out some unbaked dough around spinach artichoke dip mixtures before tucking away its edges tightly beforehand?
  • Get rid of the savory flavors altogether and replace them with sweet cinnamon sugar instead! 
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What to Serve with Garlic Bread

Garlic bread twists are a classic accompaniment to any meal, not just your pasta night, especially if you’re looking for something quick and easy!  

  • The best way to serve garlic bread twists is to pair them with other classic Italian dishes such as pasta or pizza. 
  • Try pairing them with a salad like Italian Chopped Salad. The crunchy pieces of lettuce combined with juicy tomatoes and olives will go nicely with the savory flavor of your garlic bread twist! 
  • For those looking for an appetizer that goes great with drinks before dinner time (or just munching on throughout the night!) garlic toast can be served alongside dips like hummus or baba ganoush – surefire crowd pleasers at any gathering! 
  • Nothing pairs better than warm garlic bread along with some comfort food like a delicious tomato soup.
  • Serve your buttery bread with a dipping sauce like marinara sauce or a garlic butter sauce.
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How to Store Garlic Bread Twists 

Wrap the garlic bread twists in a plastic wrap or put them in an airtight container before storing away. This will help keep the moisture out and prevent the twists from drying out. 

How to Freeze Garlic Twist Bread

One of the best ways to keep your garlic bread twists fresh is by freezing them. To do this, cover them with plastic wrap or foil and put in an airtight container before storing in the freezer.

When you’re ready to eat them, just thaw out at room temperature until they reach their desired softness. Freezing can help keep garlic bread twists fresh for up to six months! 

What is the difference between self rising and all purpose flour?

The main difference between self rising and all purpose flour is the addition of other ingredients in the self rising variety. Self rising flour contains baking powder, salt, and sometimes sugar, whereas all purpose does not.

How to Make your Own Buttermilk?

Making your own buttermilk is surprisingly easy! All you need is one cup of plain milk and a tablespoon of either lemon juice or white vinegar. Just mix the mixture together, let it sit for five minutes.

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How to Make Garlic Twist Bread

Yield: 1 loaf
Prep Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 50 minutes
This easy garlic bread twist recipe is perfect for any occasion! Filled with cheesy, buttery goodness, these twists are a crowd pleaser.

Ingredients

  • 2 cup self-rising flour
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 tbsp active dry yeast
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • 8 tbsp butter
  • ½ tbsp salt
  • 6 tbsp fresh or dry parsley

Instructions

In a medium sized bowl mix dry ingredients together: flour, yeast, and salt.

Add buttermilk and 1 tablespoon of butter. Mix everything using a spatula until you form a small ball dough. Let the dough rise somewhere warm for about 1 hour.

When the bread dough has doubled in size, transfer it on a flat surface, sprinkle it with a little flour and using a rolling pin, roll the dough into a 10-inch rectangle.

In a small bowl, combine remaining melted butter, freshly chopped garlic and parsley. Spread the butter mixture evenly onto the dough. Roll the dough into a log.

Cut the log of dough in half using a pizza cutter and braid it like on picture, coil the rope like a snake, then other side of rope in opposite direction. Transfer into a medium sized loaf pan prepared with cooking spray.

Bake the garlic twist bread for 35 minutes at 350F.

Notes

How to Store Garlic Bread Twists 

Wrap the garlic bread twists in a plastic wrap or put them in an airtight container before storing away. This will help keep the moisture out and prevent the twists from drying out. 

How to Freeze Garlic Twist Bread

One of the best ways to keep your garlic bread twists fresh is by freezing them. To do this, cover them with plastic wrap or foil and put in an airtight container before storing in the freezer. When you're ready to eat them, just thaw out at room temperature until they reach their desired softness. Freezing can help keep garlic bread twists fresh for up to six months! 

How to Make your Own Buttermilk?

Making your own buttermilk is surprisingly easy! All you need is one cup of plain milk and a tablespoon of either lemon juice or white vinegar. Just mix the mixture together, let it sit for five minutes.

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