Cheesy, garlicky, and buttery, this keto garlic bread is amazing. The almond flour dough is surprisingly bread-like.
The leftovers are great, too, so sometimes I make two of them at a time and freeze the leftovers.
This keto garlic bread is amazing. It's wonderfully flavorful and surprisingly close to the real thing. Biting into it, you'll experience the warm, cheesy, garlicky goodness that you'd expect from any garlic bread, whether low-carb or not.
It's also relatively easy to make. It's ready in about 45 minutes, and it bakes beautifully in the oven. It's easy to make two of these and freeze the leftovers.
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Ingredients
Here are my comments about some of the ingredients you'll need to make this delicious keto garlic bread. The full list and exact measurements are included in the recipe card below.
- Almond flour: I use blanched, finely ground almond flour in this recipe. I don't recommend using a coarse almond meal.
- Parmesan: It's best to use finely grated parmesan, not coarsely shredded.
- Minced garlic: I highly recommend using freshly minced garlic cloves.
- Egg: I use large eggs in almost all of my recipes, this one included.
- Shredded mozzarella: It's best to use pre-shredded bagged mozzarella rather than shredding your own. I suspect that the anti-caking agents added to pre-shredded cheese are helpful for the bread's texture.
Instructions
Making keto garlic bread is surprisingly easy. Scroll down to the recipe card for detailed instructions. Here are the basic steps:
You start by whisking together the dry ingredients - almond flour, parmesan, baking soda, and garlic powder. (Photo 1).
Next, melt the mozzarella and cream cheese in the microwave, then stir in the almond flour mixture and an egg. (Photo 2).
Working quickly, mix the dough with a rubber spatula, then knead it. (Photos 3,4).
Press the dough into a greased baking sheet and bake it in a 350°F oven until puffed and golden brown, about 20 minutes. (Photos 5,6).
Brush the top of the hot bread with a mixture of melted butter, minced garlic, and parsley. Cool it for just a few minutes before slicing it. (Photos 7,8).
Expert Tips
- When you mix and knead the dough, try to work quickly, kneading the dough before it cools, and making sure it's uniform. This is a sticky dough, not easy to work with. That’s normal! If it cools and hardens before you've had a chance to press it into the baking dish, microwave it for 10 seconds to soften it.
- I often say it's fine to use jarred minced garlic. But in this case, you absolutely must use freshly minced garlic cloves. If you don't have any on hand, don't make this recipe! 😡 Seriously, it's that important.
Recipe FAQs
No. Lacking wheat and gluten, no low-carb bread can taste like the real thing. So it's important that we set our expectations straight.
It IS actually very much bread-like. It's soft and doughy, but it's dense, not fluffy. Most importantly, it's very delicious!
No. Coconut flour is very different than almond flour. It's extremely absorbent and needs lots of moisture and extra eggs to make it work. You can't make a 1:1 substitution - the bread will come out very dry if you do.
Yes. You can use two teaspoons of baking powder. Make sure it's fresh, and if you need it to be gluten-free, ensure it is.
You can try using butter or ghee. Sour cream should work too. If you use sour cream, there's no need to microwave it. Make sure it's at room temperature and simply stir it into the melted mozzarella.
Serving Suggestions
Much like these keto empanadas, this tasty bread makes a great appetizer. When I host a dinner party, I like to bring out a platter of this bread for people to munch on while sipping their cocktails. It disappears quickly!
It's also excellent as a side dish. One of my favorite keto meals is steak (New York Strip Steak or ribeye steak), salad (such as this arugula salad), and this tasty bread.
Storing Leftovers
Once completely cool, you can keep the leftovers in the fridge, in an airtight container, for 3-4 days. Gently microwave them on 50% power, about 10 seconds per slice (if microwaving on full power, try 5 seconds per slice).
When gently reheated, the leftovers are as good as the freshly baked bread. This bread also freezes well.
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Recipe Card
Keto Garlic Bread
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon soft butter for pan
Bread:
- 1 ¼ cups almond flour - blanched, finely ground (5 ounces)
- 2 tablespoons parmesan cheese - grated
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1½ cup mozzarella - shredded, part-skim (6 ounces)
- 1 ounce cream cheese
- 1 large egg - lightly beaten
Topping:
- 2 tablespoons butter - melted
- 2 fresh garlic cloves - minced
- 2 tablespoons parsley - minced
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F. Generously grease a glass or ceramic square 8-inch baking dish with butter. You can also use a similar capacity oval baking dish like the one I use – it’s a 1.5-quart casserole dish from Sur La Table, 2 inches deep.
- In a small bowl, combine the almond flour with the parmesan, baking soda, and garlic powder.
- Place the shredded mozzarella in a medium microwave-safe bowl. Top it with the cream cheese. Microwave for 30 seconds. Stir, then microwave for 40 more seconds. The mixture should be fully melted at this point.
- Stir again, then add the almond flour mixture and the egg.
- Stir with a rubber spatula, then knead with your hands. Work quickly, kneading the dough before it cools and making sure it's uniform. This is a sticky dough, not easy to work with. That’s normal!
- Press the dough into the prepared baking dish. Bake the bread until puffed and golden brown, about 20 minutes. Start checking on it after 15 minutes.
- In the meantime, combine the melted butter, minced garlic, and chopped parsley in a small bowl.
- Brush the hot bread with the butter mixture. Let it slightly cool and firm up in the pan for about 5 minutes. Cut it into slices and serve.
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Notes
- It's best to measure almond flour by weight.Â
- Occasionally, baking soda can cause a reaction in baked goods that results in an ammonia smell. If you're concerned about it happening, you can use 2 teaspoons of gluten-free baking powder instead of baking soda. Make sure the baking powder is fresh and not expired.Â
- I often say it's fine to use jarred minced garlic. But in this case, you absolutely must use freshly minced garlic cloves. If you don't have any on hand, it's best to wait until you have some before making this recipe. Yes, it's that important.
- Since I use an oval baking dish, I get 14 slices. If you use a square baking dish, you can cut the bread into 10 slices. The nutrition info assumes 10 slices.Â
- Once completely cool, you can keep the leftovers in the fridge, in an airtight container, for 3-4 days. Gently microwave them at 50% power, about 10 seconds per slice (if microwaving at full power, 5 seconds per slice).
Nutrition per Serving
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Vered DeLeeuw, LL.M., CNC, has been following a low-carb real-food diet and blogging about it since 2011. She's a Certified Nutrition Coach (NASM-CNC), has taken courses at the Harvard School of Public Health, and has earned a Nutrition and Healthy Living Certificate from Cornell University. Her work has appeared in several major media outlets, including Healthline, HuffPost, Today, Women's Health, Shape, and Country Living. 
Rakin M.
Can I just use 1 oz of butter instead of cream cheese? Should the butter be cold, room temp, softened, or melted?
Vered DeLeeuw
Hi! I only tested this recipe with cream cheese.
Tipsy
I want to make this with tonights creamy mushroom pasta...I have all the ingredients ..except...I have shredded parmesan..not finally grated.... should I wait?!
Vered DeLeeuw
Hi! It's best to wait and make this bread with grated parmesan.
Connie
Just made this, it was really delicious! And easy to prepare. I will keep this recipe in rotation.
Thanks!!
Vered DeLeeuw
How wonderful that this recipe was such a success, Connie! Many thanks for taking the time to write a comment.
Katie
I love this recipe! I've made it 3 times now and it's so delicious and definitely satisfies that garlic bread craving.
Vered DeLeeuw
I'm so glad you've been enjoying this garlic bread, Katie! Thanks for taking the time to leave a comment - I appreciate it!
TM
I would think this would make an excellent pizza crust; why not?
Vered DeLeeuw
I never used it as pizza crust, but I think this is a great idea!
Kieonna Fetrow
Do you think ricotta cheese would work well in place of the cream cheese?
Vered DeLeeuw
Hi Kieonna,
No, unfortunately, I don't think it will work. You need the fat from the cream cheese.
Shea
I do not have a microwave - any ideas on how to make this without one?
Vered DeLeeuw
Hi Shea,
I'm sorry - I only tested this recipe using the microwave to melt the cheeses.
Amy
Can you use coconut flour for this recipe?
Vered DeLeeuw
Hi Amy,
Unfortunately, you can't. Coconut flour is extremely absorbent and needs lots of moisture and extra eggs to make it work. You can't make a 1:1 substitution - the bread will come out too dry. I only tested this recipe with almond flour.
Alyse
Can I make the bread place it in a sheet pan and put it into the fridge until ready to bake?
Vered DeLeeuw
Hi Alyse,
Yes, you can, for a few hours or overnight.
Vicki
Made it tonight! It was so good and so easy.
Vered DeLeeuw
Glad you liked this bread, Vicki! Thank you for leaving a comment.