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Gluten Free Herb Garlic Pull Apart Bread close-up with herbs

Gluten Free Herb Garlic Pull Apart Bread: Irresistibly Savory & Soft

Matteo
Warm, fluffy, and packed with savory garlic-herb flavor, this gluten-free pull apart bread is a nostalgic and crowd-pleasing side. Easy enough for beginners, it’s perfect for pairing with soups, casseroles, or holiday spreads.
Course Bread, Side
Cuisine Italian-American
Calories 190 kcal

Equipment

  • mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • spatula
  • Loaf pan or round baking dish
  • Small saucepan (optional, for herb oil)
  • oven

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups gluten-free all-purpose flour (with xanthan gum)
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • ¾ tsp salt
  • ¾ cup warm milk (or almond or oat milk)
  • 2 large eggs
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • 3 tbsp olive oil or melted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, finely minced
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 tbsp rosemary, chopped
  • ½ tsp oregano
  • 1 pinch salt
  • ¼ cup grated parmesan or dairy-free cheese (optional)
  • crushed red chili flakes (optional, for spice)

Instructions
 

  • In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt. In a separate bowl, combine the eggs, warm milk, and olive oil. Gradually mix the wet into the dry ingredients until a soft dough forms. If the dough is sticky, add 1 tablespoon of flour at a time until manageable. Let rest 5–10 minutes.
  • In a small pan or bowl, combine olive oil (or melted butter), minced garlic, parsley, rosemary, oregano, and salt. Heat gently for 1–2 minutes to infuse flavor.
  • Form golf ball-sized dough pieces and roll gently. Dip each into the garlic herb mixture and layer in a greased loaf pan or round baking dish. Leave space between pieces for rising.
  • Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake for 25–30 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
  • Cool the bread in the pan for 10 minutes before serving to allow easier pull-apart texture and preserve the crust.

Notes

Measure your flour carefully using the spoon-and-level method to avoid dense bread. Use fresh herbs for the most aromatic result. Don’t overcrowd the pan, leave space between dough balls for proper rise and pull-apart texture. Great with pumpkin hummus or gluten-free lasagna soup. Can be made vegan with flax eggs and dairy-free cheese.

Nutrition

Calories: 190kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 4gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 240mgPotassium: 95mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 180IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1.1mg
Keyword gluten free pull apart bread, herb garlic bread, holiday gluten free side, savory gluten free bread
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