Garlic Confit Toast
Garlic Confit Toast is a delightful fusion of creamy, slow-cooked garlic and crispy, golden-brown bread. This simple yet indulgent dish makes for a perfect breakfast, brunch, or appetizer, impressing guests and satisfying cravings alike. With each bite offering a satisfying crunch and rich flavor enhanced by a sprinkle of flaky sea salt and a drizzle of olive oil, this recipe is sure to become a cherished favorite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves 4 (approximately 8 slices) 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 loaf crusty sourdough or baguette
- 2 cups fresh garlic cloves (about 2 bulbs)
- 1 cup extra virgin olive oil
- Flaky sea salt, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Garlic Confit: Peel garlic cloves and submerge them in olive oil in a small saucepan.
- Cook Low and Slow: Heat over low for about 45 minutes until golden and soft.
- Blend It Up: Allow garlic to cool slightly, then mash with some oil until creamy but chunky.
- Toast the Bread: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C), slice bread thickly, and place on a baking sheet.
- Assemble Your Toast: Spread generous amounts of garlic confit on each slice and drizzle with olive oil.
- Bake Until Golden: Bake for 10-12 minutes until crisp and golden; finish with flaky sea salt.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (50g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg