The Perfect Spicy Cheesy Garlic Butter for Breadsticks, Crazy Bread and Dough Balls!
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Continuing on baby step 2 of our debt-free journey, we’ve been having more meat-free meals to stretch the grocery budget. A lot of those meals revolve around pasta or our homemade pizza dough recipes that we’ve turned into breadsticks, crazy bread, pizza, calzones, or soft little dough balls.
One easy way to make those simple dishes taste incredible is with a batch of this Spicy Garlic-Parmesan Butter. My husband loves a kick of heat with Italian food, so we mixed up a version that hits all the right notes.
It’s perfectly buttery, garlicky, a touch spicy, and full of flavor. Friends and family always ask for the recipe when we bring it along to parties or game nights.
We make a full 8-ounce tub of it for less than ten dollars, and it lasts us about a month. I just store it right back in the same tub the butter came in. It’s the best frugal trick for adding a little comfort and flavor to dinner without overspending.
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So roll up your sleeves and join me in the kitchen for this simple, flavorful, and downright addictive spicy garlic-parmesan butter that will level up anything you spread it on!
Equipment
- Spoon
- Measuring spoons
- Mixing bowl
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Ingredients (1 8oz tub)
- 8 oz soft spreadable butter with Canola Oil (we love Land O’Lakes)
- 4 tbsp garlic salt (or 2 tbsp garlic powder + 1 tbsp salt)
- 2 tbsp dried parsley flakes
- 2 tbsp red pepper flakes
- 2 tbsp grated parmesan
Step-by-Step Instructions
This couldn’t be easier. Combine the butter, garlic salt, dried parsley, red pepper flakes, and grated parmesan in a bowl.
Mix well until everything is evenly combined.
I usually scoop it right back into the butter tub for storing, no fancy containers needed. It spreads beautifully straight from the fridge and tastes even better the next day once all those flavors have mingled together!
Notes and Troubleshooting
Notes:
- Adjust the red pepper flakes to your liking. Start small and build up if you’re not sure.
- This works great on breadsticks, dough balls, baked potatoes, or tossed with hot pasta.
- Add a pinch of paprika or Italian seasoning for a twist.
Troubleshooting:
There’s a little liquid sitting on top of my garlic butter?
That’s totally normal. It’s just a bit of moisture released from the butter or parmesan. Give it a quick stir before using and it’s good as new.
Storage
- Keep your spicy garlic butter in a sealed container in the fridge. It will stay fresh for about 10 days.
- For longer storage, freeze in small portions using silicone molds or an ice cube tray. Pop one out whenever you need a burst of flavor.
Serving Ideas
Spread it over warm breadsticks, toss it through cooked pasta, melt it on baked potatoes, or brush it onto pizza crusts before baking.
It also makes an incredible dip for dough balls or hot crusty bread.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe?!
- Uses simple pantry ingredients
- Ready in under 5 minutes
- Adds big flavor to any meal
- Perfect for meal prep and budget cooking
- Keeps well in the fridge or freezer
FAQ
Can I use regular stick butter instead of spreadable?
Yes, just let it soften first so it mixes easily.
Can I make this dairy-free?
You can! Use a vegan butter substitute and a dairy-free parmesan or nutritional yeast instead.
Is this too spicy for kids?
You can easily halve the red pepper flakes. It still has the garlic-parmesan flavor without too much heat.
The Best Spicy Garlic-Parmesan Butter Recipe!
November 7, 2025Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Combine the butter, garlic salt, dried parsley, red pepper flakes, and grated parmesan in a bowl.
- Mix well until everything is evenly combined.
- Serve with warm breads to add a delicious spicy flavor!
Notes
- I usually scoop it right back into the butter tub for storing, no fancy containers needed.
- Adjust the red pepper flakes to your liking. Start small and build up if you’re not sure.
- This works great on breadsticks, dough balls, baked potatoes, or tossed with hot pasta.
- Add a pinch of paprika or Italian seasoning for a twist.
Storage
- Keep your spicy garlic butter in a sealed container in the fridge. It will stay fresh for about 10 days.
- For longer storage, freeze in small portions using silicone molds or an ice cube tray. Pop one out whenever you need a burst of flavor!
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
The Takeaway
This spicy garlic-parmesan butter proves you don’t need to spend much to make meals special. It’s fast, flavorful, and fits perfectly into a frugal, homemade kitchen routine.
A little effort, a handful of ingredients, and you’ve got something you’ll be spreading on everything!
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