Elevate your homemade bread game with this irresistibly aromatic Herbed Bread made effortlessly in a bread machine! Infused with dried basil, oregano, thyme, and a hint of garlic powder, this recipe combines savory herbs with the sweetness of honey and the richness of olive oil for a perfectly balanced loaf. With just 5 minutes of prep time, this recipe is as convenient as it is delicious, offering soft, flavorful slices that are perfect for sandwiches, dipping in olive oil, or pairing with hearty soups. Let your bread machine handle the heavy lifting, while you enjoy the delightful aroma of fresh-baked herbal bread wafting through your kitchen. Perfect for beginners and seasoned bakers alike, this recipe promises bakery-quality results with minimal effort.
Add 1 cup of water (room temperature or slightly warm) to the bread machine's baking pan.
Pour in 2 tablespoons of olive oil and 1.5 tablespoons of honey.
Add 3 cups of bread flour, ensuring it covers the liquid completely.
Sprinkle 1 teaspoon of salt evenly over the flour.
Add the dried herbs: 1 teaspoon of dried basil, 1 teaspoon of dried oregano, 0.5 teaspoon of dried thyme, and 0.5 teaspoon of garlic powder.
Make a small well in the center of the flour and add 2.25 teaspoons of active dry yeast to the well. Ensure the yeast does not come into contact with the liquid.
Place the bread pan into the bread machine and secure it according to the manufacturerβs instructions.
Select the basic or white bread setting on the bread machine. Choose the desired crust color (light, medium, or dark). Set the loaf size, typically 1.5 pounds for these quantities.
Press start and let the bread machine do the work. The process will take approximately 3 hours.
Once the cycle is complete, carefully remove the bread pan from the machine. Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 5-10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
Calories |
1744 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 34.1 g | 44% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.5 g | 28% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2382 mg | 104% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 315.9 g | 115% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.3 g | 44% | |
| Total Sugars | 27.0 g | ||
| Protein | 48.3 g | 97% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 100 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 17.8 mg | 99% | |
| Potassium | 565 mg | 12% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.