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Homemade Bread Recipes: Italian Herbs and Cheese Bread

When I first tried baking bread at home, I was convinced it would either turn into a rock or collapse into itself. But then I learned the trick – let the herbs and cheese do the heavy lifting. This Italian herbs and cheese bread is proof that homemade bread doesn’t need to be complicated. The dough is soft, the crust is golden, and the scent that fills the kitchen makes you forget about store-bought loaves. I like to think of this bread as the friend who always shows up to the party overdressed but somehow never makes you feel underdressed. The Italian herbs give a fragrant lift, and the melted cheese baked inside is just the right amount of indulgence. Slice it warm and watch the steam rise—it’s the kind of small victory that makes a weekday feel like Sunday. If you’ve been searching through Easy Bread Recipes or Quick Breads Recipes and wondered which one deserves a spot in your kitchen, this one’s it. It feels like the Best Homemade Bread, but without the stress of bakery-level effort. Some folks might even call it the star of Sweet Bread Recipes, though I admit, I lean more toward the savory camp. And while I won’t call this one of my Keto Bread Recipes, I will say it’s the kind of Quick Bread Recipes that gets better with every slice. Baking bread isn’t just about food—it’s about slowing down, laughing at the flour on your shirt, and sharing something you made with your own hands.
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time50 minutes
Course: Breads
Cuisine: Italian
Keywords: Best Homemade Bread, easy bread recipes, homemade bread recipes, Keto Bread Recipes, Quick Bread Recipes, Quick Breads Recipes, Sweet Bread Recipes
Servings: 12 slices
Author: Elena

Ingredients

  • 3 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
  • 1 1/4 cups warm water
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for 5–10 minutes until foamy.
  2. Stir in olive oil, salt, garlic powder, basil, oregano, and thyme.
  3. Gradually add flour, one cup at a time, mixing until a dough forms.
  4. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 6–8 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  5. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled.
  6. Punch down the dough, roll it out, and sprinkle with mozzarella and parmesan cheese.
  7. Shape into a loaf and place in a greased bread pan.
  8. Cover and let it rise again for 30 minutes.
  9. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake for 25–30 minutes until golden brown.
  10. Cool slightly before slicing and serving.