Need an easy last-minute side dish to serve with your dinner tonight? Try this recipe for English Muffin Garlic Bread.
Made with perfectly toasted English muffins and my homemade garlic butter recipe, this is the perfect accompaniment to any meal.
Discover a new way to enjoy garlic bread that will leave your taste buds begging for more.
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We all love them for breakfast with butter and jam. But did you know English muffins are also great to serve as appetizers, mini pizzas, sandwiches, melts, panini's, and burgers?
This mouthwatering recipe transforms a humble breakfast staple into a flavorful and crispy delight.
Looking for more Easy Appetizers and recipes that use my delicious Homemade Garlic Butter? Try my Garlic Parmesan Monkey Bread recipe, or my Pillsbury Crescent Rolls with Cheese.
Table of Contents
- Can you eat an English Muffin without toasting it?
- 🛒Helpful Kitchen Tools
- 📋Ingredients
- Substitutions and Variations
- 🥣Step-by-Step Instructions
- ⏲Baking Instructions
- LOVE this recipe? SAVE it for Later!
- 🍽 Make it a Meal
- 🍶Storage Tips
- ❄️Freezing Tips
- Reheating Tips
- ➡️Top Recipe Tip
- 🌟Try these recipes next...
- 📇Recipe Card
- 📖 Recipe Card
- 💬 Comments
Can you eat an English Muffin without toasting it?
English muffins can be enjoyed without toasting them. Although it is customary to toast them, they are perfectly edible when eaten untoasted.
Made from a yeasted dough, English muffins have a longer shelf life and can still be consumed without toasting. However, toasting the muffin can enhance its flavor and texture, adding to the overall enjoyment.
🛒Helpful Kitchen Tools
Garlic Press Rocker Set - Stainless Steel Garlic Mincer With Silicone Peeler & Scraper)
6 Pcs Mixing Bowls SetReynolds Kitchens Cookie Baking Sheets, Pre-Cut Parchment PaperButter Dish with Lid for Countertop
📋Ingredients
This is an overview of the ingredients and instructions. Be sure to see the recipe card below for exact quantities, detailed instructions and special notes.
Substitutions and Variations
- If you don't have English muffins on hand, you can use regular bread slices as a substitute. Simply spread the garlic butter mixture on the bread and proceed with the recipe.
- Another option is to use a French baguette instead of English muffins like I do with my Air Fryer Garlic Bread Recipe!
- And if you're not a fan of garlic butter, try my herb butter recipe!
🥣Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: English muffins have a firm texture, so it's best to use a serrated knife to cut through the crust without squashing the muffin.
Step 2: Place each half on a baking sheet that's been lined with parchment paper. Then spread the homemade garlic butter on top.
⏲Baking Instructions
Step 3: Bake at 425°F for about 8 to 10 minutes.
Step 4: The edges of the English muffins should have a crisp texture and a golden brown appearance, indicating that they are perfectly cooked.
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🍽 Make it a Meal
- English muffin garlic bread is the perfect side dish for my Italian Fried Chicken Cutlets or any meal you serve Slow Cooker Tomato Sauce and Meatballs.
🍶Storage Tips
- Let the toasted English muffins cool completely before storing them. This will help prevent moisture buildup and maintain their texture.
- If you plan to consume the toasted English muffins within a day or two, you can store them at room temperature in a cool, dry place. However, if you want to extend their shelf life, it is best to store them in the refrigerator. The cooler environment will slow down any potential spoilage.
❄️Freezing Tips
- Let the toasted English muffins cool completely before freezing them. This will prevent moisture buildup during freezing.
- Place the muffin halves in a freezer-safe container or resealable bag. Make sure to remove as much air as possible before sealing to prevent freezer burn.
Reheating Tips
- When you're ready to enjoy the leftover toasted English muffins, you can reheat them in a toaster, toaster oven, or under an oven broiler. This will help restore their crispness and warmth.
➡️Top Recipe Tip
- Toasted English muffins are most enjoyable when freshly prepared, as they may lose their texture and flavor when stored.
- They should be consumed as soon as possible after toasting.
🌟Try these recipes next...
- Check out my other recipe for Grands Biscuits Garlic Bread or my Garlic Chicken Cutlets recipe. Both use my Homemade Garlic Butter like this recipe!
- Or you might enjoy this recipe for Garlic Cheese Bread...yum!
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English Muffin Garlic Bread
Ingredients
- 3 English Muffins
- ⅓ cup prepared garlic butter
Method
- Preheat oven to 425°F.
- Use a serrated knife to cut through the crust without squashing the muffins.
- Place each half on a baking sheet that's been lined with parchment paper.
- Spread the homemade garlic butter on top of each English muffin.
- Bake 10-12 minutes or until golden brown.
- Serve immediately.
Nutrition
Notes
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Let us know how it was!This blog post was originally sponsored and written in 2017. However, it has been updated to provide you with a complete recipe that I'm confident you'll enjoy!
Roseann Hampton says
My kids used to love English Muffin pizzas!