Keto-Friendly Garlic Bread: Delicious Low-Carb Substitute

Garlic bread is a classic side dish for many meals, but it's not always keto-friendly. Luckily, there are some great keto-friendly substitutes for garlic bread that use low-carb ingredients like almond flour, coconut flour, and mozzarella dough. These substitutes are easy to make and can be ready in as little as 7 minutes! The end result is a delicious, crispy, and chewy garlic bread that's perfect for dipping into soup or pairing with a salad. So, if you're looking for a tasty and satisfying keto-friendly option, be sure to check out these recipes for keto garlic bread.

Keto garlic bread made with mozzarella dough

Ingredients

• Shredded/grated cheese (mozzarella)
• Almond meal/flour
• Cream cheese (full fat)
• Garlic (minced or crushed)
• Parsley (fresh or dried)
• Eggs (medium)
• Salt (optional)
• Olive oil or garlic butter (optional)

Method

• Place the shredded cheese, cream cheese, almond flour (or coconut flour), and a pinch of salt in a microwave-safe bowl.
• Microwave on high for 1 minute.
• Stir, then microwave on high for a further 30 seconds.
• Add the egg and mix until a dough forms.
• Place the dough on a baking sheet and shape it into a flat garlic bread. Alternatively, use the dough to make keto garlic breadsticks using a rolling pin and a knife.
• Cut the dough almost entirely through before baking to allow for even cooking and beautiful slices.
• (Optional) Sprinkle shredded parmesan cheese over the bread or breadsticks.
• Bake in the oven, toaster oven, or air fryer until golden brown.
• (Optional) For extra garlic flavour, mix melted butter with garlic and brush it on the bread before and/or after baking.

Tips

• For extra crispiness, brush the top of the bread with extra virgin olive oil or garlic butter.
• For extra garlic flavour, add lots of garlic, parsley, and/or chives.
• This recipe can be made without a microwave by melting the cheese in a saucepan on the stove.
• The bread can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or in the freezer for up to 2 months.
• To reheat, place the bread on a baking sheet and bake at 180C/350F for 10 minutes, or use a toaster oven or air fryer for 10 minutes on medium heat.

Nutrition Information (per slice)

• Calories: 117.4kcal
• Carbohydrates: 2.4g
• Protein: 6.2g
• Fat: 9.8g
• Fiber: 0.9g
• Sugar: 0.6g

Keto garlic bread made with almond flour

Ingredients

• Almond flour
• Garlic powder
• Mozzarella cheese
• Greek Yogurt/Cream Cheese/Sour Cream
• Egg
• Butter
• Minced garlic
• Italian herbs
• Parmesan cheese

Method

• Preheat the oven to 180C/350F. Line a large baking tray with parchment paper and set aside.
• In a large mixing bowl, add your almond flour and garlic powder. Set aside.
• In a microwave-safe bowl, combine your shredded mozzarella cheese and Greek yogurt. Microwave for 1 minute, until the cheese has melted. Whisk together with the yogurt until combined.
• Add the melted cheese mixture into the dry mixture. Add the egg and mix very well, until combined and a thin dough remains. Transfer the dough onto the lined tray and use a spoon to flatten out into an oval shape.
• In a small bowl, whisk together your melted butter, minced garlic, and Italian herbs. Using a pastry brush, brush the top of the dough completely.
• Bake the garlic bread for 15 minutes. Remove from the oven and let sit for 2 minutes, before sprinkling with parmesan cheese.
• Store the leftover garlic bread in the refrigerator, covered, for up to 1 week.

Tips

• You can freeze the keto garlic bread by placing it in a ziplock bag and storing it in the freezer for up to 6 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator.
• To reheat, either microwave the garlic bread for 30 seconds, or heat in the oven at 180C/350F for 10 minutes. You can even pan grill it, too.
• You can also add extra spices or herbs into the dough, instead of just sprinkling on top.

Keto garlic bread made without a microwave

Keto garlic bread is a tasty side dish that can be made in the oven without the need for a microwave. This recipe substitutes traditional flour with almond flour or coconut flour to make it keto-friendly. Here is a step-by-step guide to making keto garlic bread:

Ingredients:

• Almond flour or coconut flour
• Baking powder
• Garlic (freshly minced or garlic powder)
• Butter (unsalted)
• Egg
• Olive oil
• Shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
• Parmesan cheese (optional)
• Italian herbs or other spices (optional)

Method:

• Preheat your oven to 350°F or 180°C.
• In a mixing bowl, combine your dry ingredients: almond flour or coconut flour, baking powder, and garlic powder (if using). You can also add Italian herbs or other spices of your choice.
• In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg, melted butter, and olive oil. You can also add shredded cheddar cheese for extra flavour.
• Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and mix well until a dough forms. You may need to knead the dough with your hands to ensure it is well combined.
• Transfer the dough to a baking tray lined with parchment paper. Roll out the dough into an oval or flatbread shape, about 0.5 inches thick.
• Bake the bread in the oven for 15-20 minutes, or until it is lightly browned.
• While the bread is baking, make the garlic butter by mixing melted butter with freshly minced garlic. You can also add chopped fresh parsley or other herbs if desired.
• Once the bread is baked, remove it from the oven and let it cool slightly. Then, brush the garlic butter mixture on top of the bread.
• Return the bread to the oven and bake for an additional 3-5 minutes, or until the garlic butter is melted and the bread is golden.
• Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool slightly before slicing.
• Serve the keto garlic bread as a side dish with soup, salad, or your favourite Italian meal.

Tips:

• If you are using coconut flour, you may need to use less than the amount of almond flour called for, as it is more absorbent.
• You can also make this recipe into breadsticks or garlic bread rolls by shaping the dough accordingly before baking.
• For a nut-free version, replace the almond flour with coconut flour.
• For a spicier kick, add smoked paprika or cayenne pepper to the dough or garlic butter.

Keto garlic bread with coconut flour

Ingredients

• 4 tbsp coconut flour
• Salt, to taste
• Mixed dry herbs, to taste
• Chilli flakes, to taste
• 1 tbsp garlic powder
• 2 tbsp coconut oil or melted butter
• 1/2 tsp baking powder
• 30-40g shredded cheese, for topping (optional)
• Olives, sliced, for topping (optional)
• Sun-dried tomatoes, for topping (optional)

Method

Preheat the oven to 180°C/360°F.

In a bowl, add the eggs and whisk well. Add the oil or butter and mix again. Now add all the dry ingredients and mix until there are no lumps.

Let the batter sit for 5-7 minutes.

Pour the batter/dough into a rectangular baking dish lined with parchment paper. (An 8x6x2-inch baking dish works well.)

Bake for about 20-25 minutes.

Remove the bread from the oven, add the cheese on top, and sprinkle with more garlic powder. Add the sliced olives and sun-dried tomatoes, if using.

Bake again for about 7-8 minutes, until the cheese is melted and the bread is golden.

Enjoy!

Keto garlic bread with added toppings

Ingredients

• 2 1/2 cups mozzarella, shredded
• 1 1/2 cups almond flour (super-fine)
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/3 cup cooked bacon bits
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1/4 cup browned butter
• 4 garlic cloves, finely minced
• 1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped

Optional:

• Active dry yeast
• Water
• Inulin powder

Method

• Grease a medium cast-iron skillet with oil, butter or cooking spray and set aside. In a shallow plate, combine parmesan and Italian seasoning.
• Melt mozzarella and cream cheese in a large bowl for one minute in the microwave. Mix well with a spatula until smooth.
• Combine the melted cheese, eggs, baking powder, almond flour, and bacon. Mix until smooth.
• Using a large cookie scoop, scoop dough and bread roll into the parmesan and Italian seasoning mix. Place each bread roll into the prepared cast iron skillet. Sprinkle bread roll with more parmesan cheese. Place skillet in the refrigerator for 10 minutes. In the meantime, preheat your oven to 400ºF (200ºC).
• Remove the cast iron skillet from the refrigerator. Bake the garlic butter bread for 20 to 25 minutes, until golden brown.
• In the meantime, combine minced garlic, chopped parsley, and browned butter in a small bowl.
• Brush the baked garlic butter keto bread with the garlic butter sauce and serve.

Toppings

You can add a variety of toppings to your keto garlic bread. Here are some ideas:

• Caramelized onions
• Sun-dried tomatoes
• Artichoke hearts
• Blue cheese
• Feta cheese
• Italian herbs such as rosemary or oregano
• Red pepper flakes
• Fresh dill
• Green onions

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