I’m excited to share a super-simple Raising Cane’s famous pull‑apart garlic bread. Made using BBQ or finger‑roll style bread, slathered in garlic butter, and toasted until golden—it’s buttery, savory, and addictively good.
Why I’ll Love This Recipe
I love how few ingredients this recipe requires—and how quickly it comes together in under 10 minutes. The bread’s soft, pull‑apart texture combined with garlicky buttery crust reminds me of Cane’s, and it pairs beautifully with chicken tenders, soups, or any savory meal I serve.
ingredients
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• BBQ bread, white finger rolls, or slices of Texas toast
• Salted butter, softened
• Garlic powder
• Garlic salt
directions
- I combine softened butter with garlic powder and garlic salt until smooth and well‑blended.
- I butter both sides of each piece of bread evenly.
- I heat a nonstick or cast‑iron skillet over medium‑low heat.
- I place a few pieces of the bread in the skillet, cooking about 1–2 minutes per side until lightly toasted and golden.
- I flip to toast the other side for an additional 1–2 minutes.
- I serve the bread warm for maximum buttery, garlicky flavor.
Servings and timing
This recipe yields about 12 pieces (or rolls), depending on bread form.
Prep time: ~5 minutes; cook time: ~2 minutes per batch. Total time: about 7 minutes.
Variations
I sometimes brush the top with olive oil and sprinkle sesame seeds before toasting—to mimic Cane’s signature look if my bread isn’t already sesame‑topped. I’ve also experimented with using thick Texas toast slices instead of rolls when that’s what I have handy.
storage/reheating
I store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. To reheat, I microwave for about 10 seconds or give it a quick sear in a warm skillet until warmed through. Freezing isn’t recommended as it affects texture.
FAQs
What bread should I use to get the Cane’s flavor?
I try to find BBQ pull‑apart bread or white finger rolls—these are similar to the Klosterman brand used by Raising Cane’s. If unavailable, I use thick‑sliced Texas toast or a soft white loaf.
Can I skip garlic salt and only use garlic powder?
Yes—I sometimes combine garlic powder and regular salt (e.g. ½ tsp each). If I have garlic salt on hand, I can substitute that directly per slice.
Do I have to use a cast‑iron skillet?
No. Although I prefer cast‑iron for crisp texture, a nonstick skillet works well and still gives that golden crust.
Can I use frozen Texas toast?
It’s best to use unseasoned fresh bread. Frozen pre-seasoned Texas toast often has added flavors and oil—which can throw off the taste.
How spicy is the bread?
Not spicy—it’s buttery and savory with a mild garlic flavor. If I want more garlic punch, I’ll increase the garlic powder slightly in the butter mix.
Conclusion
I find this Raising Cane’s Bread to be an effortless but irresistible side. In just minutes, I can recreate that soft pull‑apart texture and rich garlic buttery toast that pairs perfectly with chicken fingers or any comfort meal. It’s fast, flavorful, and always popular in my kitchen.
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Raising Cane’s Bread
- Total Time: 7 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings
Description
Soft, buttery pull‑apart Texas toast with garlicky goodness—crisp on the outside, pillowy inside, perfect for dipping or alongside chicken fingers.
Ingredients
12 pieces BBQ‑style white finger rolls or Texas‑toast (or similar)
8 tablespoons (1 stick) salted butter, softened
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon garlic salt (or use ½ tsp salt + ½ tsp garlic powder)
Instructions
In a small bowl, mash together the softened butter, garlic powder, and garlic salt until creamy and well combined.
Spread the garlic butter mixture on both sides of each slice or roll piece.
Heat a nonstick or cast‑iron skillet over medium‑low heat. Place a few bread pieces buttered‑side down in the skillet.
Cook for 1–2 minutes until lightly toasted and golden underneath, then flip and toast the second side for another 1–2 minutes.
Remove from skillet and serve warm.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: ~2 minutes
- Category: Bread
