slimming world garlic bread

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
Total Time: 25-30 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Slimming World Plan: Extra Easy / SP
Syns: 0 Syns on Extra Easy SP! (If using the bread as a Healthy Extra B choice. If not, Syn the bread accordingly).

There’s nothing quite like the smell of warm, garlicky bread wafting from the oven. It’s the ultimate comfort food, a staple of family dinners and social gatherings. But for those on a Slimming World journey, traditional garlic bread, laden with butter and oil, is a Syn-heavy minefield. A single shop-bought slice can easily set you back 5 or 6 Syns, turning a simple pleasure into a costly indulgence.

What if we told you that you don’t have to give it up? That you can enjoy a generous, satisfying portion of golden, cheesy, intensely garlicky bread for ZERO SYNs? This isn’t a dream—it’s our legendary Slimming World Garlic Bread recipe.

We’ve cracked the code by swapping out the high-Syn butter and oil for fat-free natural yogurt and laughing cow cheese, creating a creamy, flavour-packed spread that bakes into sheer perfection. This recipe is incredibly easy, quick to prepare, and uses simple ingredients you probably already have in your fridge. Get ready to transform your mealtimes!

The Secret to Syn-Free Garlicky Goodness

The magic of this recipe lies in its clever, healthy swaps. Traditional recipes rely on butter or olive oil to carry the garlic flavour and create that rich, unctuous texture. Our version uses a combination of:

• Fat-Free Natural Yogurt: This provides the creamy base for our spread, adding tang and body without a single drop of fat.

• Laughing Cow Light Cheese Triangles: A Slimming World superstar! These little triangles are miraculously free and melt beautifully, contributing a wonderful cheesiness and helping the spread become golden and bubbly in the oven.

Together, they create a powerful, Syn-free vehicle for our star ingredient: GARLIC.

Ingredients & Healthy Extras

To make this glorious garlic bread, you will need:

• 1 medium wholemeal bread roll (60g) – This will be your Healthy Extra B choice for the day.

• 4 Laughing Cow Light Original Cheese Triangles – This is your Healthy Extra A choice (or part of it).

• 3 tbsp fat-free natural yogurt

• 2-3 large cloves of garlic, crushed or finely minced (adjust to your taste!)

• A small handful of fresh chives, finely chopped

• Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

• Optional for topping: 1 tbsp of finely grated fresh Parmesan (approx. 20g). This will add 2 Syns to the total recipe, but it’s worth it for an extra flavour punch!

Kitchen Equipment You’ll Need

• Baking Tray

• Small Mixing Bowl

• Fork or small whisk

• Sharp Knife

• Garlic Crusher or Microplane

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Bread

Preheat your oven to 200°C (180°C for fan ovens) / 400°F / Gas Mark 6.

Take your 60g wholemeal roll. Using a sharp serrated knife, slice it in half horizontally, so you have a top and a bottom. If you prefer a “tear-and-share” style, you can also slice it deeply at an angle without cutting all the way through, creating deep pockets for the spread.

Place the two halves on a baking tray, cut-side up.

Step 2: Create the Magical Garlic Spread

In your small mixing bowl, add the 4 Laughing Cow Light cheese triangles and the 3 tablespoons of fat-free yogurt. Use a fork to mash and whisk them together until you have a smooth, creamy, and lump-free paste.

Add your crushed garlic and the finely chopped chives to the bowl. Season generously with a good pinch of salt and a crack of black pepper. Mix thoroughly until everything is perfectly combined. Taste a tiny bit (if you can resist!) and adjust the seasoning – you want it to be powerfully flavoured.

Step 3: Assemble and Bake to Perfection

Divide the garlic cheese spread evenly between the two halves of your bread roll. Use the back of a spoon or a knife to spread it right to the edges, ensuring every single bite will be packed with flavour.

If you are using the optional grated Parmesan, sprinkle it evenly over the top now. This will create a beautiful, crispy, golden crust.

Place the baking tray in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes. You’re looking for the spread to be hot, bubbling, and beautifully golden brown on top. The edges of the bread should be crisp and crunchy.

Step 4: Serve and Enjoy!

Remove the garlic bread from the oven. Be careful, as the spread will be extremely hot!

Let it cool for just a minute or two before slicing (if you made a loaf-style version) or serving as halves. This garlic bread is at its absolute best when served immediately, straight from the oven, when the cheese is at its gooiest and the bread is at its crispiest.

Serving Suggestions & Final Touches

This Slimming World Garlic Bread is an incredibly versatile side dish. Here are some perfect pairings:

• The Ultimate Pasta Night: Serve alongside a big bowl of Syn-free Bolognese, a creamy Carbonara-style pasta, or a vibrant arrabbiata.

• Soup’s Best Friend: Dunk it into a hearty Syn-free soup like our Roasted Tomato and Basil or a Chunky Vegetable Broth.

• Salad Sidekick: Elevate a simple green salad or a Chicken Caesar Salad (Slimming World style, of course!).

• BBQ Companion: A fantastic, guilt-free addition to any barbecue spread with grilled chicken skewers and corn on the cob.

For a final flourish, sprinkle with some extra fresh chives or parsley just before serving to add a touch of colour and freshness.

Nutritional Information & Syn Values (Per Serving – 1/2 recipe)

• Calories: ~180 kcal

• Protein: ~12g

• Carbohydrates: ~25g

• Fat: ~4g

• Fibre: ~4g

• Slimming World Syns: 0 Syns (when using your Healthy Extra A & B choices as outlined).

Please note: Nutritional information is approximate and can vary based on specific brands of ingredients used.