Description
This easy dairy-free vegan garlic toast recipe features crispy, flavorful bread slices loaded with a savory garlic butter spread and topped with vegan parmesan cheese. Perfect as a delicious appetizer or side, it’s quick to prepare and baked to golden perfection for a soft inside and crunchy crust.
Ingredients
Bread
- 1 16 oz Italian Loaf or Similar Bread, Unsliced
Garlic Butter
- 7-8 Cloves Fresh Garlic, Peeled and Minced
- 1/2 Cup Vegan Butter, Unsalted, Softened
- 1/2 Teaspoon Fresh Cracked Black Pepper
- 1/2 Teaspoon Salt, Or To Taste
Toppings
- 1/3 Cup Vegan Parmesan
- 1/4 Cup Chopped Parsley
Instructions
- Preheat: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it's ready for baking once you finish preparing the toast.
- Slice the Bread: Using a serrated bread knife, evenly slice the unsliced Italian loaf into large pieces to maintain a soft center while the toast crisps.
- Prepare Baking Tray: Line a half-size sheet tray with parchment paper for easy cleanup, then arrange the bread slices evenly on the tray.
- Mix the Vegan Garlic Butter: In a small bowl, combine the softened vegan butter, minced garlic, cracked black pepper, and salt. Mix thoroughly using a spatula until well blended.
- Butter the Bread: Spread the garlic butter mixture evenly over each slice of bread, applying a little to each piece at a time to ensure consistent coverage.
- Cover in Vegan Cheese: Generously shred and sprinkle the vegan parmesan over each slice, covering the tops evenly.
- Bake: Place the baking tray in the oven and bake for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the bread reaches your desired level of crispiness and the cheese is slightly melted.
- Serve: Remove from the oven, sprinkle fresh chopped parsley on top, and enjoy your delicious dairy-free vegan garlic toast.
Notes
- Use a serrated knife to avoid squishing the bread while slicing.
- Adjust garlic quantity based on your preference for a stronger or milder garlic flavor.
- Vegan parmesan can be store-bought or homemade depending on availability.
- For extra crispiness, place the toast under the broiler for 1-2 minutes while watching closely.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container and reheat in the oven to maintain crispiness.
