Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of homemade Italian Herb Cheese Bread, a soft and fluffy loaf enriched with gooey mozzarella and savory Parmesan. This irresistible bread is infused with aromatic herbs, making every bite a culinary experience. Perfect for dipping in soups, serving alongside salads, or enjoying as a tasty snack, it’s an ideal addition to any meal or gathering. With simple instructions that even beginner bakers can follow, you’ll find yourself creating this flavorful cheese-filled loaf time and again.
Ingredients
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- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup warm water (about 110°F)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, salt, oregano, basil, and garlic powder.
- Combine the frothy yeast mixture and olive oil with the dry ingredients to form a shaggy dough.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 8-10 minutes until smooth.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl to rise in a warm spot for about an hour or until doubled in size.
- Punch down the dough and fold in mozzarella and Parmesan cheese. Shape into a loaf or rolls.
- Allow the shaped dough to rise again for 30-45 minutes before preheating your oven to 375°F.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and hollow sounding when tapped.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (50g)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 5mg