Description
This Soft and Flavorful Italian Herbs and Cheese Bread Recipe yields a delicious homemade bread infused with aromatic herbs and gooey cheese, perfect for sharing with loved ones.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 packet active dry yeast (2 1/4 teaspoons)
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 1/4 cups warm water (110°F)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Extra herbs and cheese for topping (optional)
Dough:
Instructions
- Proof the yeast: In a large mixing bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
- Mix the dough: Add olive oil, salt, herbs, garlic powder, and half of each cheese. Gradually add flour, mixing until a soft dough forms.
- Knead the dough: On a floured surface, knead the dough for 6–8 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Rise the dough: Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 1 hour until doubled in size.
- Shape and rise: Shape dough into a loaf, let rise for 30 minutes.
- Preheat and top: Preheat oven to 375°F. Brush loaf with olive oil, sprinkle remaining cheese and herbs on top.
- Bake: Bake for 25–30 minutes until golden brown and hollow-sounding. Cool before slicing and serving.
Notes
- You can customize the herb and cheese toppings to suit your taste preferences.
- This bread pairs wonderfully with soups, salads, or enjoyed on its own.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (about 45g)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Italian Herbs and Cheese Bread, Homemade Bread Recipe, Herb Bread Recipe
