Buttery Garlic Texas Toast

Thick golden slices of Buttery Garlic Texas Toast garnished with parsley on a round plate. — Crispy-edged, buttery garlic Texas Toast made fresh and baked to perfection.

If you love bold, buttery flavor and crave that thick, crunchy bite, you’ll fall head over heels for this Buttery Garlic Texas Toast. It’s a side dish that steals the spotlight—crispy, rich, and packed with flavor in every golden slice. Made with fresh garlic, creamy butter, and thick-sliced white bread, this toast is miles better than anything store-bought.

Whether you’re serving it alongside a plate of spaghetti, dunking it into chili, or enjoying it solo as a snack, Texas Toast brings that comforting Southern vibe to your kitchen. You can bake it in the oven or sizzle it on a skillet—either way, it comes out perfectly golden and full of flavor.

Interestingly, Texas Toast first appeared in a Dallas restaurant in the 1940s, born from a happy accident when thick bread didn’t fit in a toaster. They tossed it on the grill instead—and the legend began. So why not bring a little delicious history to your table with this simple, irresistible classic?

Recipe Yield: 6–8 slices

INGREDIENTS

1 loaf thick-cut white bread (Texas Toast style)
8 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
2 tbsp olive oil
4 garlic cloves, finely grated
2 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
½ tsp sea salt
¼ tsp black pepper
¼ tsp garlic powder
¼ tsp onion powder
Optional: ½ cup shredded mozzarella or parmesan

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Preheat and prep:
Preheat oven to 375°F (or heat a large skillet over medium heat if pan-toasting). Line a baking sheet with foil or parchment paper for easy cleanup.

2. Make garlic butter:
In a small bowl, combine softened butter, olive oil, grated garlic, parsley, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix until well blended into a smooth, spreadable paste.

3. Spread the mixture:
Generously slather one side of each bread slice with the garlic butter mixture. For extra indulgence, flip and lightly spread the other side too.

4. Bake or toast:
For oven: Arrange slices buttered side up on the baking sheet and bake for 10–12 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crispy.
For skillet: Place slices buttered side down on hot skillet. Cook for 2–3 minutes per side, until deeply golden and crisp.

5. Optional cheesy twist:
In the last 2 minutes of baking or toasting, sprinkle mozzarella or parmesan over each slice. Allow it to melt before serving.

6. Serve immediately:
Serve warm as a side to pasta, soup, or any main dish—or enjoy as a stand-alone snack.

Helpful Tips to Perfect This Recipe

Use Real Garlic: Freshly grated garlic delivers bold, authentic flavor—skip the powdered-only route if you can.
Choose the Right Bread: Use bakery-style thick-sliced white bread—at least ¾-inch thick—for that signature Texas Toast bite.
Skillet for Extra Crisp: For a crisper, more golden crust, opt for the skillet version and press down slightly while toasting.

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