Homemade Domino’s Garlic Bread Recipe – Cheesy, Crispy, and Totally Addictive
A quick, catchy intro with a viral hook
Ever spotted someone shoving a whole Domino’s garlic bread in their mouth like it’s a stress snack? Same here. That buttery, cheesy, garlic-y goodness had me ordering weekly. Then one day I thought, “Why not make this at home?” That’s how the Homemade Domino’s Garlic Bread was born. So, ditch the delivery wait and let’s get crispy, melty, buttery joy in your oven in 20 minutes.
Why this recipe is awesome
Let’s be real: the best part of pizza night is the garlic bread, right? This copycat is garlic-butter drenched, oozy cheesy, and has that satisfying crunch on the outside.
- Fast & easy: No need for delivery apps or waiting in drive-thru lines.
- Impressively indulgent: Friends will ask where you hid the takeout boxes.
- Totally customizable: Want it spicy, herb-packed, keto? You’ve got options.
Ingredients
(Makes 4 generous servings)
- 1 French baguette or Italian loaf (sub: gluten-free loaf)
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cloves garlic, minced (or 2 tsp garlic powder)
- 1 cup shredded Mozzarella cheese (sub: cheddar or dairy-free cheese)
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning (or finely chopped fresh parsley/basil)
- Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional but life-changing)
- Salt & pepper to taste
Tools & kitchen gadgets used
Here’s your Amazon-ready gear list:
- Bread knife
- Mixing bowl
- Spatula or spoon
- Basting brush
- Cast iron skillet or baking sheet
- Cheese grater
- Measuring cups & spoons
Step-by-step instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 °F (200 °C).
- Cut the loaf in half lengthwise. Want max crisp? Slice into 4 pieces.
- Make garlic butter: mix butter, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
- Butter the bread generously with the spread.
- Cheese it up: Sprinkle shredded mozzarella then Parmesan.
- Toast: Place bread cut-side up on skillet or baking sheet. Bake 12–15 mins until bubbly and edges golden.
- Optional broil: For extra crisp, broil 1–2 minutes—watch closely.
- Slice & serve: Remove, let sit 1–2 mins, slice, and serve hot.
Calories & Nutritional Info (approx. per serving – ½ loaf)
- Calories: ~450 kcal
- Protein: 14 g
- Carbs: 26 g
- Fat: 33 g
- Sat. Fat: 18 g
- Note: For lighter option, use light butter or less cheese, or swap to whole-grain bread.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Skipping softening the butter: hard to spread = uneven garlic flavor.
- Too much cheese: soggy center, floppy bread.
- Broiling too long: one second too many = burnt top.
- Cutting too early: hot cheese is lava. Let it rest to avoid condiments-flooded napkins.
Variations & Customizations
- Spicy Jalapeño Kick: Add sliced jalapeños or a dash of cayenne.
- Herbicious: Fold fresh chopped parsley, thyme, or chives into butter.
- Keto-Friendly: Use low-carb bread or cloud bread; everything else stays the same.
- Vegan Option: Use vegan butter and plant-based mozzarella/Parmesan.
- Cheesy Bacon: Sprinkle crumbled cooked bacon before baking. Because, bacon.
FAQ Section
1. Can I use pre-minced garlic?
Yes, but fresh garlic = punchier flavor. So fresh if you can!
2. What’s the best cheese combo?
Mozzarella for melt, Parmesan for flavor. Cheddar works too.
3. Can I prep ahead?
Yep—assemble, wrap in foil, refrigerate overnight, bake next day.
4. How to reheat leftovers?
Toast in oven 5–7 mins or skillet. Not microwave—soggy city.
5. Is it freezer-friendly?
Absolutely. Flash-freeze on sheet, then bag. Reheat directly from frozen.
6. Can I make this with garlic powder?
Sure. Use about 1 tsp powder, but fresh’s flavor still wins.
7. Do I need to broil it?
Nope. Broil only if you want bubbly, browned cheese edges.
Final Thoughts
There you have it: Homemade Domino’s Garlic Bread that smacks harder than store-bought. Seriously, after this, you’ll never call delivery again. Try it, snap cute pics, tag me—I wanna see your buttery, cheesy masterpiece. And hey, don’t blame me when you start making this for breakfast too.
