Description

A fluffy and golden homemade bread infused with garlic and rosemary, perfect for any occasion and easy to make.

Ingredients

Scale

3 cups all-purpose flour (360g)
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, finely chopped
1 packet or 2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast
1 ¼ cups warm water (110°F/43°C)
1 tablespoon sugar
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions

Activate the yeast: In a large bowl, combine warm water (110°F/43°C), sugar, and yeast. Stir gently and let it sit for about 5 minutes until it’s foamy.
Mix the dough: Add the flour, salt, minced garlic, and chopped rosemary to the yeast mixture. Stir until a shaggy dough forms.
Knead the dough: On a floured surface, knead the dough for about 8-10 minutes until it’s smooth and elastic.
Let it rise: Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a kitchen towel, and let rise in a warm spot for 1-2 hours or until it doubles in size.
Shape and second rise: Punch down the dough to release air, shape it into a round loaf, and place it on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Cover again and let it rise for another 30 minutes.
Bake: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake the bread for 25-30 minutes until it’s golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.
Cool and serve: Let the bread cool for at least 15 minutes before slicing.

Notes

[‘Test the water temperature before adding the yeast to avoid killing it.’, ‘Kneading helps develop gluten for better bread structure.’, ‘Use fresh rosemary and garlic for the best flavor.’, ‘Brush olive oil or melted butter over the loaf right after baking for extra flavor and shine.’]

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
Category: Bread
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 170
Sugar: 1
Sodium: 240
Fat: 3
Carbohydrates: 28
Fiber: 2
Protein: 5

Keywords: garlic bread, rosemary bread, homemade bread, easy bread recipe, fluffy bread, baking, comfort food