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Garlic Parmesan Herb Bread

This Garlic Parmesan Herb Bread is soft on the inside, golden and crusty on the outside, and loaded with savory garlic, Parmesan cheese, and fragrant herbs in every bite. The dough is simple to prepare and bakes into a rustic artisan style loaf that's perfect for serving alongside pasta, soups, salads, or your favorite comfort meals.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Rise Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 12
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 185
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 3¼ cups bread flour
  • 2¼ teaspoons instant yeast
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 cup warm water 105-110°F
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 5 cloves garlic finely minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • ½ teaspoon cracked black pepper
  • ⅓ cup finely grated Parmesan cheese
For the Topping
  • 1 tablespoon melted butter
  • 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon chopped fresh parsley
  • Optional: sesame seeds or flaky sea salt

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Wooden spoon
  • Stand mixer with dough hook (optional)
  • Baking sheet or loaf pan
  • Parchment paper
  • Kitchen towel or plastic wrap
  • Pastry brush
  • Cooling rack

Method
 

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let the mixture stand for about 5 to 10 minutes until foamy.
  2. Stir in the olive oil, garlic, basil, oregano, rosemary, salt, black pepper, and Parmesan cheese. Gradually add the bread flour, mixing until a soft dough forms.
  3. Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead for 8 to 10 minutes until smooth and elastic. If using a stand mixer, knead with the dough hook for about 6 minutes.
  4. Place the dough into a lightly oiled bowl, cover, and let it rise in a warm place until doubled in size, about 1 to 1½ hours.
  5. Punch down the dough and shape it into a rustic round loaf or an oval loaf. Place it on a parchment-lined baking sheet or into a greased loaf pan.
  6. Cover loosely and let the dough rise again for about 25 to 30 minutes while the oven preheats to 375°F (190°C).
  7. Brush the top with melted butter and sprinkle with additional Parmesan cheese and parsley. Score the top with a sharp knife if desired.
  8. Bake until the loaf is golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom, about 28 to 32 minutes.
  9. Transfer the bread to a wire rack and allow it to cool for at least 15 minutes before slicing.