Garlic bread, frozen
Whole food · Baked Products
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Frozen garlic bread is a convenient, pre-sliced loaf of bread, typically a baguette or Italian-style loaf, pre-coated with a mixture of butter or oil, minced garlic, and herbs. When baked, it transforms into a crispy, golden-brown side with a rich, savory, and aromatic garlic-butter flavor. Nutritionally, it's an energy-dense food, primarily providing carbohydrates and fats, with a modest amount of protein.
💚 Why it's loved
People love it for its irresistible combination of crispy texture and the bold, comforting flavor of garlic and butter. It's a nostalgic, crowd-pleasing staple that effortlessly elevates a weeknight dinner or serves as a satisfying snack.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
The high fat and refined carbohydrate content can lead to blood-sugar spikes and is calorie-dense, which may be a concern for those monitoring weight or blood sugar. To counteract this, practice portion control (stick to one slice) and pair it with a protein-rich dish like grilled chicken or a fiber-dense salad to slow digestion and increase satiety.
Key benefits
- Provides quick energy from carbohydrates and fats
- Offers a convenient and fast side dish option
- Contains small amounts of protein and dietary fiber
- Garlic contains allicin, a compound with potential antioxidant properties
- Enhances the palatability of simple meals like pasta or soup
🍽️ Popular dishes
🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
The modern concept of garlic bread is an Italian-American invention, evolving from the Italian 'fettunta'—a slice of toasted bread rubbed with garlic and drizzled with olive oil.
Full nutrition (scales with serving)
| Water | 31.8 g |
| Energy | 350 kcal |
| Energy | 1464 kj |
| Protein | 8.4 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 16.6 g |
| Ash | 1.5 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 41.7 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 2.5 g |
| Total Sugars | 3.7 g |
| Sucrose | 0.00 g |
| Glucose | 0.42 g |
| Fructose | 0.62 g |
| Lactose | 0.00 g |
| Maltose | 2.6 g |
| Galactose | 0.00 g |
| Starch | 34.8 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 27.0 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 3.0 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 23.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 87.0 mg |
| Potassium, K | 103 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 544 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.87 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.11 mg |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.44 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 16.6 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0.20 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.46 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.18 mg |
| Niacin | 4.1 mg |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.66 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.08 mg |
| Folate, total | 186 ug |
| Folic acid | 50.0 ug |
| Folate, food | 136 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 221 ug |
| Choline, total | 8.5 mg |
| Betaine | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.08 ug |
| Vitamin B-12, added | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 13.0 ug |
| Retinol | 13.0 ug |
| Carotene, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Carotene, alpha | 0.00 ug |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, IU | 44.0 iu |
| Lycopene | 0.00 ug |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 25.0 ug |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 1.2 mg |
| Vitamin E, added | 0.00 mg |
| Tocopherol, beta | 0.25 mg |
| Tocopherol, gamma | 7.9 mg |
| Tocopherol, delta | 2.6 mg |
| Tocotrienol, alpha | 0.39 mg |
| Tocotrienol, beta | 0.74 mg |
| Tocotrienol, gamma | 0.43 mg |
| Tocotrienol, delta | 0.18 mg |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3), International Units | 9.0 iu |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0.20 ug |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 29.5 ug |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 0.00 g |
| Caffeine | 0.00 mg |
| Theobromine | 0.00 mg |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 5.3 g |
| SFA 4:0 | 0.01 g |
| SFA 6:0 | 0.01 g |
| SFA 8:0 | 0.03 g |
| SFA 10:0 | 0.04 g |
| SFA 12:0 | 0.65 g |
| SFA 14:0 | 0.33 g |
| SFA 15:0 | 0.01 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 3.4 g |
| SFA 17:0 | 0.02 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 0.74 g |
| SFA 20:0 | 0.05 g |
| SFA 22:0 | 0.04 g |
| SFA 24:0 | 0.01 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 4.7 g |
| MUFA 14:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 15:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.03 g |
| MUFA 16:1 c | 0.03 g |
| MUFA 17:1 | 0.01 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 3.9 g |
| MUFA 18:1 c | 3.7 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.73 g |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 22:1 c | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 24:1 c | 0.01 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 5.4 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 5.4 g |
| PUFA 18:2 n-6 c,c | 5.3 g |
| PUFA 18:2 CLAs | 0.01 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.04 g |
| PUFA 18:3 n-3 c,c,c (ALA) | 0.01 g |
| PUFA 18:3 n-6 c,c,c | 0.03 g |
| PUFA 18:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:2 n-6 c,c | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:3 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:3 n-3 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:3 n-6 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:5 n-3 (EPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:5 n-3 (DPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:6 n-3 (DHA) | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total trans | 0.24 g |
| Fatty acids, total trans-monoenoic | 0.18 g |
| TFA 16:1 t | 0.00 g |
| TFA 18:1 t | 0.18 g |
| TFA 22:1 t | 0.00 g |
| TFA 18:2 t not further defined | 0.05 g |
| Fatty acids, total trans-polyenoic | 0.05 g |
| Cholesterol | 0.00 mg |
Amino acid profile (per 100g)
| Tryptophan | 0.07 g |
| Threonine | 0.19 g |
| Isoleucine | 0.23 g |
| Leucine | 0.41 g |
| Lysine | 0.24 g |
| Methionine | 0.10 g |
| Cystine | 0.10 g |
| Phenylalanine | 0.27 g |
| Tyrosine | 0.19 g |
| Valine | 0.26 g |
| Arginine | 0.23 g |
| Histidine | 0.13 g |
| Alanine | 0.22 g |
| Aspartic acid | 0.33 g |
| Glutamic acid | 1.5 g |
| Glycine | 0.20 g |
| Proline | 0.52 g |
| Serine | 0.27 g |
FAQ
How do I get the crispiest texture from frozen garlic bread?
Bake it directly on the middle oven rack (not on a baking sheet) at 400-425°F (200-220°C) for the time directed on the package. This allows heat to circulate fully around the slice, crisping both sides.
Can I refreeze garlic bread after it's been thawed?
It's not recommended. Refreezing thawed garlic bread can degrade its texture, making it soggy, and increases the risk of bacterial growth if it was left at room temperature.
Is frozen garlic bread a good source of any nutrients?
It primarily provides energy in the form of fats and carbohydrates. It offers small amounts of protein and fiber, but is not considered a significant source of vitamins or minerals.