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Cheesy Garlic Flatbread Recipe

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This homemade Cheesy Garlic Bread recipe features a soft, fluffy flatbread topped with a flavorful garlic butter spread, melted cheese, and optional fresh toppings like tomatoes, olives, and bell peppers. Perfect as an appetizer or side dish, this easy-to-make recipe combines roasted garlic infused olive oil with fresh herbs and spices for a deliciously savory treat baked to golden perfection.

Ingredients

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Dough Ingredients

  • 4 cups all-purpose flour (500 g)
  • 1 packet instant yeast (7 g)
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 ¼ cups warm water (300 ml)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil

Garlic Spread

  • 3 heads garlic (cloves peeled)
  • ½ cup olive oil (125 ml)
  • 7 tbsp vegan or regular butter (softened, 100 g)
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped)
  • 1 tsp paprika flakes
  • 1 tsp paprika powder
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp salt

Toppings

  • 1 ½ cups shredded vegan or regular cheese (200 g)
  • Tomatoes (sliced, optional)
  • Sun-dried tomatoes (optional)
  • Olives (sliced, optional)
  • Mushrooms (sliced, optional)
  • Bell peppers (diced, optional)
  • Red onion (thinly sliced, optional)

Instructions

  1. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, instant yeast, sugar, and salt to form the base of your dough.
  2. Add Wet Ingredients: Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients, then pour in the warm water and 2 tablespoons of olive oil.
  3. Form the Dough: Mix all the ingredients together until a soft dough forms.
  4. Knead: Transfer the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 10 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
  5. First Rise: Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover it with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until it doubles in size.
  6. Prepare the Garlic Spread – Fry Garlic: Heat ½ cup olive oil over low heat in a small pot. Add the peeled garlic cloves and gently fry for 10-15 minutes until soft and fragrant but not browned.
  7. Cool Garlic: Remove the garlic and oil from heat and let it cool slightly.
  8. Combine Ingredients: In a bowl, mix the fried garlic cloves (with the olive oil), softened butter, chopped parsley, paprika flakes, paprika powder, black pepper, and salt.
  9. Blend Until Smooth: Use a blender or mash with a fork until the mixture is smooth and spreadable.
  10. Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line baking trays with parchment paper.
  11. Divide Dough: Punch down the risen dough and divide it into 2-3 equal portions, each about 9-14 oz (250-400 g).
  12. Shape Dough: Roll each piece into an elongated or circular shape to fit your baking trays.
  13. Second Rise: Place the shaped dough on the trays, cover lightly, and let rise for 15-20 minutes until slightly puffed.
  14. Spread Garlic Mixture: Evenly spread the prepared garlic butter mixture over each piece of dough.
  15. Add Cheese and Toppings: Sprinkle shredded cheese over the garlic spread, then add any desired toppings like tomatoes, olives, mushrooms, bell peppers, or red onion.
  16. Bake Flatbreads: Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  17. Cool and Slice: Remove from oven, allow to cool slightly, then slice into serving pieces.
  18. Serve Warm: Serve warm to enjoy the full flavors of your cheesy garlic flatbread.

Notes

  • You can use regular or vegan butter and cheese depending on dietary preferences.
  • Make sure not to brown the garlic during frying to keep the flavor mild and sweet.
  • Optional toppings add extra flavor and texture, customize according to your taste.
  • Letting the dough rest after shaping helps create a softer and fluffier bread.
  • If you want crispier edges, bake a little longer but watch closely to avoid burning.

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