Hey, garlic lovers! Want to try Roasted Garlic? Watch simple garlic bulbs turn into sweet, golden treats. You don't need to be a chef — just follow our steps. Plus, we'll tell you cool ways to use your roasted garlic in meals. Say goodbye to that strong garlic smell, and hello to yummy roasted garlic smells. Let's dive in and make something tasty!

Jump to:
- What is roasted garlic?
- Preparation and cooking overview
- Ingredients for this roasted garlic recipe
- Additional ingredients
- Cooking tools required
- How to roast garlic: step-by-step guide
- Tips for a successful roasted garlic recipe
- How to store roasted garlic
- How to use roasted garlic
- Is roasted garlic keto-friendly?
- Recipe wrap-up and conclusion
- Frequently asked questions
- 📖 Recipe
What is roasted garlic?
Roasted garlic is like magic! It changes plain garlic into sweet, soft, and golden treats. How? By cooking it slowly in an oven or on a grill. This makes the garlic soft and brings out its sweet taste. Roasted garlic is great because it's not as sharp as raw garlic and tastes awesome in many foods.
Preparation and cooking overview
Making roasted garlic is a breeze! Just grab some garlic bulbs, add a bit of oil, and let the oven do its magic. In under an hour, you'll have sweet, roasted garlic cloves ready to enjoy.
Ingredients for this roasted garlic recipe
Additional ingredients
Cooking tools required
To make this easy roasted garlic recipe, you'll need the following tools:

How to roast garlic: step-by-step guide
- Heat your oven to 400° F (200°C).
- Slice off the garlic head tops, revealing the cloves. Brush off any loose outer layers.
- Lay the garlic, cut side facing up, in a cast-iron skillet.
- Pour olive oil over the garlic, ensuring a small pool (about ¼") forms at the skillet's base.
- Sprinkle your chosen herbs or seasonings - like dried chiles, basil, or fresh thyme - over the garlic.
- Seal the skillet with aluminum foil and bake for an hour.
- Uncover and roast for another 10-20 minutes, until cloves are a golden hue.
- Once cooled, pop the cloves out from their skins. Voilà! Your caramelized garlic is ready to savor.
Tips for a successful roasted garlic recipe
How to store roasted garlic
Here are a few practical ways to store the cast iron roasted garlic:
- Short-Term (3 days max): Store the roasted garlic in a jar with a tight-fitting lid in the fridge.
- Medium-Term (Up to a week): Place the cloves in a jar and submerge them in olive oil.
- Long-Term (Over a year):
- Method 1: Lay garlic cloves on a parchment-covered baking sheet. Freeze for an hour, then shift to a freezer container.
- Method 2: Blend the garlic into a paste, fill an ice cube tray with it, freeze, and then move the cubes to a freezer bag or container.
How to use roasted garlic
The oven roasted garlic pairs well with a number of dishes. Here are a few yummy pairings:

Is roasted garlic keto-friendly?
If you're wondering, "Is garlic keto?" the answer is yes! One clove of roasted garlic contains minimal carbohydrates and calories, making it suitable for those following a ketogenic diet. Additionally, garlic can be a flavorful addition to keto-friendly dishes without significantly impacting your daily carb intake.
Here's a more detailed insight into the nutritional value of one clove (3 grams) of raw garlic:
- Manganese: 2% DV
- Vitamin B6: 2% DV
- Vitamin C: 1% DV
- Selenium: 1% DM
- Fiber: 0.06 g
One clove is 4.5 calories, 0.2 grams of protein, and 1 gram of net carbs.
Recipe wrap-up and conclusion
Great job, garlic fans! You've just learned the magic of making Roasted Garlic. Our simple steps make it easy to get perfect, yummy garlic every time. Whether you're on a keto diet or just want tasty food, this garlic trick will make your meals super special. So, get cooking and fill your home with that amazing garlic smell!
Frequently asked questions
📖 Recipe

Easy Roasted Garlic
Instructions
- Heat your oven to 400° F (200°C).
- Slice off the garlic head tops, revealing the cloves. Brush off any loose outer layers.
- Lay the garlic, cut side facing up, in a cast-iron skillet.
- Pour olive oil over the garlic, ensuring a small pool (about ¼") forms at the skillet's base.
- Sprinkle your chosen herbs or seasonings - like dried chiles, basil, or fresh thyme - over the garlic.
- Seal the skillet with aluminum foil and bake for an hour.
- Uncover and roast for another 10-20 minutes until the cloves are a golden hue.
- Once cooled, pop the cloves out from their skins. Voilà! Your caramelized garlic is ready to savor.
Vicki says
Your roasted garlic photos look beautiful! Add the roasted garlic to homemade salad dressings.
Jackie says
I do this all the time! My favorite is to put in on fresh hot bread (now keto bread) slathered with butter and squeeze a clove and spread it around. Yum!