Description
This Italian Herbs and Cheese Bread is soft, fluffy, and packed with savory Italian herbs and gooey melted cheese. Perfect as a side for pasta dishes, soups, or to enjoy on its own.
Ingredients
- 3 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup warm water (110°F)
- 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast (1 packet)
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp dried Italian herbs (oregano, basil, thyme)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tbsp melted butter (for brushing)
- Extra herbs and cheese for topping (optional)
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for 5–10 minutes until frothy.
- Add olive oil, salt, garlic powder, and Italian herbs to the yeast mixture.
- Gradually mix in the flour until a dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- Punch down the dough and mix in mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
- Shape the dough into a loaf and place in a greased loaf pan or on a baking sheet.
- Cover and let it rise again for 30 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Brush the top with melted butter and sprinkle with extra herbs and cheese if desired.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Let cool slightly before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Use fresh grated cheese for best flavor.
- You can customize the herbs to your taste.
- This bread freezes well. Wrap tightly and store up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
