French Bread with Roasted Garlic

Elevate your bread-baking game with this irresistible *French Bread with Roasted Garlic*. Featuring a perfectly crisp golden crust and a soft, fluffy interior, this homemade bread is enriched with the sweet, nutty flavors of caramelized roasted garlic. The dough is easy to prepare with staple ingredients like bread flour, instant yeast, and olive oil, while the roasted garlic adds an aromatic twist that makes each slice utterly indulgent. Perfect for dinner parties, appetizers, or just dipping into olive oil, this versatile bread can be brushed with melted butter for an extra layer of richness. Whether you’re pairing it with soups, cheeses, or enjoying it fresh from the oven, this recipe delivers artisanal-quality French bread in your own kitchen!

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 4 cups Bread flour
• 2.25 teaspoons Instant yeast
• 2 teaspoons Salt
• 1.5 cups Warm water
• 2 teaspoons Sugar
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 whole Garlic bulb
• 2 tablespoons Butter (optional, for brushing)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

Slice the top off the bulb of garlic to expose the cloves, drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, wrap it in foil, and roast for 35-40 minutes until soft and caramelized. Once roasted, let it cool slightly, squeeze out the softened garlic cloves, and set aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine 1.5 cups of warm water with 2 teaspoons of sugar. Sprinkle the 2.25 teaspoons of instant yeast on top, stir gently, and let it sit for 10 minutes until frothy.

Step 4

Add the 4 cups of bread flour, 2 teaspoons of salt, 1 tablespoon of olive oil, and the roasted garlic cloves to the bowl. Mix until the dough begins to come together.

Step 5

Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes, or until it becomes smooth and elastic.

Step 6

Place the dough in a greased bowl, turning it to coat the surface lightly in oil. Cover with a clean kitchen towel and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.

Step 7

Punch down the risen dough and divide it into two equal portions. Shape each portion into a long baguette-like log and place them onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Step 8

Cover the loaves with a kitchen towel and let them rise again for 30 minutes.

Step 9

Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Before baking, make shallow diagonal slashes across the top of each loaf using a sharp knife. If desired, brush the tops with melted butter for extra flavor.

Step 10

Bake the bread in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and the loaves sound hollow when tapped on the bottom.

Step 11

Allow the bread to cool on a wire rack before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1028.8 grams (1028.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2458

Total Fat 59.30g	76%
Saturated Fat 20.50g	102%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 62mg	21%
Sodium 4751mg	207%
Total Carbohydrate 419.50g	153%
Dietary Fiber 17.40g	62%
Total Sugars 10.50g
Protein 68.90g	138%

Vitamin D 14IU	70%
Calcium 238mg	18%
Iron 24mg	133%
Potassium 926mg	20%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 21.5%

Protein: 11.1%

Carbs: 67.5%