Italian Herb Bread Bread Machine

Experience the irresistible aroma and flavor of freshly baked Italian Herb Bread, made effortlessly in your bread machine. Infused with a perfect blend of savory herbs like basil, oregano, rosemary, and a hint of garlic powder, this recipe transforms simple ingredients into a soft, fragrantly seasoned loaf that pairs beautifully with soups, pastas, or as a foundation for gourmet sandwiches. With just 10 minutes of prep, your bread machine does the rest—mixing, kneading, rising, and baking to golden perfection. The combination of olive oil and bread flour ensures a tender crumb, while active dry yeast guarantees a perfect rise every time. Whether you’re seeking an elegant side dish or a flavorful everyday bread, this Italian Herb Bread is a foolproof and delicious option, ready to impress your family and guests alike.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:180 mins

Total Time:190 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1 cup Water
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Sugar
• 1.5 teaspoons Salt
• 3 cups Bread flour
• 1 teaspoon Dried basil
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon Dried rosemary
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 2.25 teaspoons Active dry yeast

Directions

Step 1

Start by ensuring all ingredients are at room temperature. This helps the yeast activate properly.

Step 2

In the bread machine pan, add the water and olive oil first to prevent flour from sticking to the sides.

Step 3

Sprinkle the sugar and salt over the wet ingredients.

Step 4

Next, add the bread flour evenly over the liquid to create a barrier that separates the yeast from the liquid at the start.

Step 5

Sprinkle the dried basil, oregano, rosemary, and garlic powder over the flour for even flavor distribution.

Step 6

Create a small well in the center of the flour and add the active dry yeast. Be careful not to let the yeast come into contact with the liquid ingredients at this point.

Step 7

Place the bread machine pan in the machine and select the 'Basic' or 'White Bread' setting, depending on your machine. Choose the crust color you prefer (light, medium, or dark).

Step 8

Start the machine and allow it to mix, knead, rise, and bake the bread. This process typically takes about 3 hours in most machines.

Step 9

When the baking cycle is complete, carefully remove the bread pan from the machine. Let the bread cool in the pan for about 5 minutes.

Step 10

Turn the bread out onto a wire rack to cool completely before slicing. This ensures the texture is set, and it will slice more cleanly.

Step 11

Enjoy your Italian Herb Bread warm, toasted, or as a side to your favorite meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	687.4 grams (687.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1749

Total Fat 34.20g	44%
Saturated Fat 5.50g	28%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3561mg	155%
Total Carbohydrate 314.90g	115%
Dietary Fiber 12.20g	44%
Total Sugars 26.30g
Protein 48.10g	96%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 97mg	7%
Iron 18mg	98%
Potassium 546mg	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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 17.5%

Protein: 10.9%

Carbs: 71.6%