Jalapeno Garlic Bread
Last Updated on September 23, 2024 by Betty Davies
Add some spice and heat to a classic Italian recipe! This easy baked garlic bread has a wonderful burst of flavor in the form of roasted jalapenos. Perfect to serve up a an appetizer or side dish to your favorite dinners.
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Garlic bread is one of my favorite treats, buttery, garlicky and carby, you can’t go wrong! This delicious variation is a simple twist on the classic and it’s so easy to make at home!
This roasted jalapeno garlic bread recipe carries a little heat, but it’s not overpowering for those that are sensitive to spicy foods. It’s indulgent and comforting, and definitely a must make!
Be sure to try my Lime Jalapeno Sour Cream Dip and Jalapeno Jelly too!
Why you will love this recipe!
- Easy: Simple to prep and cook, this bread recipe is a no brainer!
- 4 Ingredients: There’s only a short list of ingredients for this recipe, but the finished product is so tasty!
- Perfect for sharing: Whether you are serving this up as a side for a family weeknight dinner, or as a game day appetizer, you are going to have a lot of happy people at the table!
- Dietary info: This jalapeno garlic bread recipe is vegetarian.
Ingredients
- Jalapenos: Fresh jalapenos are roasted and deseeded for a wonderfully falvorful heat.
- Garlic: Fresh garlic is definitely the way to go for the best taste.
- Butter: Use salted butter that is softened.
- Salt
- French Baguette: A freshly baked French baguette (or as fresh as you can get!). I prefer to use a white baguette, but you can use wholegrain.
How to make Jalapeno Garlic Bread
Be sure to scroll down for the full recipe!
- Combine the roasted jalapenos, garlic, butter and salt (photo 1).
- Spread the butter into and on top of the sliced baguette (photo 2).
- Wrap in foil (photo 3).
- Bake (photo 4).
Servings Suggestions
This jalapeno garlic bread is great to serve as an appetizer, or pair it with your favorite Italian inspired dishes like:
Recipe Variations
This baked garlic bread recipe is delicious as it is, but if you like, try adding some grated parmesan, shredded mozzarella or cheddar to the butter for a cheesy bite. The addition of dried herbs like basil or oregano would make an excellent add in too.
Frequently Asked Questions
For this recipe I prefer to use fresh roasted jalapenos. I find they have a fresher taste and the pickled ones are more acidic. You can of course use pickled ones if you prefer though.
Freshly minced garlic will have a much stronger more vibrant flavor, and unless you can’t avoid it I highly recommend sticking with fresh. In a pinch, if you do need to use garlic powder, you’ll want to use about a teaspoon.
I love the jalapeno garlic butter on a French baguette, but you can spread it on other types of bread and bake it.
Make Ahead and Storage
This jalepeno garlic bread is best served as soon as it’s baked, but leftovers will keep of a day or two and can be reheated in the oven at 350F / 180c for a few minutes to warm through.
You can butter the bread and wrap it in foil a couple of hours before you want to bake it. Keep it at room temperature before you are ready to place in the oven.
You can freeze the baguette after spreading the butter over it. Store in a freezer safe bag for up to 3 months. Cook right from frozen as per the recipe, but add 3 to 5 minutes of additional baking time.
Recipe Notes and Tips
- Make this recipe vegan by using a plant-based butter.
- When slicing the baguette, take care not to cut all the way through. Cut the slices about 3/4 of the way down the loaf so that it stays in tact.
- Cut the slices about an inch thick. Cut them on the diagonal for a larger surface area.
- Use a flat knife to spread and stuff the butter into the slices. Be generous, the butter makes it delicious!
- Wrap the foil tightly around the bread so that it is fully sealed.
- If you prefer a crispier bite, unwrap the foil for the last couple of minutes of baking to toast the baguette.
More Garlic Bread Recipes
- English Muffin Garlic Bread
- Pesto Garlic Bread
- Homemade Easy Cheesy Garlic Bread
- Air Fryer Garlic Pizza Rolls
Jalapeno Garlic Bread
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 large jalapenos
- 1 stick salted butter (115g) softened
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic (about 2 large cloves or 4/5 small)
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 French baguette
Instructions
Roast and prep the jalapenos
- Oven: Preheat the oven to 400F / 200c. Rub with a little oil and place on a baking sheet. Roast for 15 to 20 minutes til soft.
- Air Fryer: Rub with a little oil and place i the air fryer basket. Air fry for 10 to 15 minutes til soft.
- Let the jalapenos cool a little before handling. Peel the skin off and remove the seeds. Dice finely.
Make the jalapeno garlic bread
- Preheat the oven to 350F / 180c.
- Combine the diced jalapeno with the butter, minced garlic and salt.
- Slice the baguette on the diagonal, with each slice being about half an inch thick. Cut about 3/4 of the way down, leave the bottom in tact.
- Use a knife to spread the butter into each slice (be generous and don't be afraid to really stuff it!
- Spread the remaining butter over the top and sides of the baguette.
- Wrap tightly in foil and place in the preheated oven.
- Bake for 15 minutes. If you prefer a crispier bite, uncover the foil and let cook uncovered for an additional couple of minutes.
Notes
- Make this recipe vegan by using a plant-based butter.
- When slicing the baguette, take care not to cut all the way through. Cut the slices about 3/4 of the way down the loaf so that it stays in tact.
- Cut the slices about an inch thick. Cut them on the diagonal for a larger surface area.
- Use a flat knife to spread and stuff the butter into the slices. Be generous, the butter makes it delicious!
- Wrap the foil tightly around the bread so that it is fully sealed.
- If you prefer a crispier bite, unwrap the foil for the last couple of minutes of baking to toast the baguette.
