Homemade Black Garlic Bread (No Yeast Required)
BLACK GARLIC: A sweet ‘n’ mellow flavour, without the aftertaste or stinky garlic breath.
Are you craving the comforting aroma and taste of freshly baked bread but find yourself without yeast? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered with a unique twist that will elevate your bread game to new heights.
Introducing black garlic bread without yeast – a tantalising creation that combines the rich flavours of black garlic with the simplicity of a yeast-free recipe.
Black garlic, with its sweet and savoury profile, adds a delightful depth of flavour to every bite. Get ready to indulge in a loaf of bread that boasts a golden crust, soft texture, and a burst of umami goodness. This damper-style bread is excellent for a quick Sunday night dinner or served with cheese and meats at your next picnic.
Top 3 Benefits of making bread without yeast
Time-Saving:
Making black garlic bread without yeast eliminates the need for proofing and waiting for the dough to rise. This significantly reduces the preparation time, allowing you to enjoy freshly baked bread in a shorter period.
Allergy-Friendly:
Yeast can cause allergic reactions or sensitivities in some individuals. By opting for yeast-free bread, you can accommodate those with yeast allergies or intolerances and still provide them with a delicious bread option.
Experimentation & Versatility:
Making black garlic bread without yeast opens up a world of possibilities for using alternative leavening agents such as baking powder, baking soda, or sourdough starter. This allows you to explore different flavours, textures, and techniques, providing a creative outlet for your baking experiments. You can create unique bread recipes tailored to your preferences and dietary needs.
Why Black Garlic Bread works so well!
The sweet and savory notes of black garlic can complement the natural sweetness of bread dough and add a subtle umami flavor. Additionally, the mellow and earthy flavour of black garlic can help balance out any strong flavours from other ingredients in the bread, such as herbs or spices.
To use black garlic in homemade bread, you can chop it finely and mix it into the dough, or mash it into a paste and spread it onto the surface of the dough before baking. Either way, incorporating black garlic into your bread recipe can elevate the flavour profile and add a unique twist to your homemade bread.
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Homemade Black Garlic Bread without Yeast
Ingredients
- 125 gms butter
- 2 1/2 cups SR flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 100 gms grated tasty cheese
- 4 cloves of black garlic, finely sliced (on a wet chopping board)
- 2 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
- 2 tbsp fresh rosemary, finely chopped leaves only
- 1 cup milk
Instructions
- Place butter into the baking tin, and heat in the oven until just melted
- Mix all dry ingredients and herbs together in a mixing bowl.
- Make a well in the centre and pour in milk, then mix together to form a sticky dough
- Place the dough into the baking tin on top of the melted butter and push into the corners to cover the bottom of the baking tin.
- Score with a knife into 16 sections (4 x 4)
- Bake 180C for 30 mins or until golden and crusty on top
- Turn on a cake rack to cool slightly, then serve on a chopping board.
Notes
Black Garlic bread with no yeast is typically a damper-style bread, which is quick and easy to make. If you score the dough into sections before baking, it becomes a pull-apart bread and is incredibly easy to serve.
Top Tips:
- Use butter; don’t be tempted to use margarine. Butter has a delicious nutty flavour when melted. Butter also forms a delicious crust on the bread as it cooks.
- Fresh herbs are best! They are more aromatic than dried herbs. Any herbs can be used, although thyme and particularly rosemary pair well with black garlic. You could also try chives, oregano, or parsley.
- Black garlic adds a sweet, earthy flavour to any homemade bread recipe with no yeast. It gives a depth of flavour that balances well with the tasty cheese.
- Any shape of tin can be used, but heavy-duty is best. I am lucky enough to have inherited a heavy-duty square fruit cake tin from my mother. A bread tin would make a great substitute..
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Do You Have Black Garlic in Your Kitchen Pantry or Medicine Cabinet?
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Why is black garlic bread popular
Black garlic bread has become increasingly popular in recent years due to its unique flavour and health benefits. Black garlic is high in antioxidants, which can help to reduce the risk of heart disease, cancer, and other chronic illnesses. Additionally, black garlic has a lower concentration of allicin, which is the compound responsible for the pungent odour of regular garlic. This makes it a great option for those who want to enjoy the health benefits of garlic without the strong smell.
How to Improve Garlic Bread?
Try these combinations of herbs to supercharge the delicious flavour of crusty black garlic bread.
- Rosemary has a strong, fragrant flavour that pairs well with the sweet and savoury taste of black garlic. It adds a fresh herbal aroma to the bread.
- Thyme & Oregano: have a slightly bitter and pungent taste that balances with the sweetness of black garlic.
- Chives (related to the garlic family) have a subtle flavour, which pairs well with cheese when added to this black garlic bread with no yeast recipe.
- Parsley, often added to garlic bread to reduce bad breath caused by garlic, can also add a bright, refreshing flavour.
Simple Homemade Black Garlic Bread
Conclusion
If you are time-poor and wondering what to feed the family on a wintery Sunday night, look no further. A hearty bowl of soup and some crusty black garlic bread baked in 30 minutes will be a winner every time. It ticks all the boxes and is quick, easy, and filling.
