Easy Garlic Herb Bread Machine Recipe
This Easy Garlic Herb Bread Machine Recipe is a convenient way to make flavorful homemade bread with minimal effort. Infused with garlic powder and a blend of dried Italian herbs, this bread is perfect for sandwiches, toasting, or serving alongside your favorite soups and salads. Simply add the ingredients to your bread machine, select the appropriate settings, and enjoy freshly baked bread with delicious herbal aroma.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours (includes mixing, kneading, rising, and baking cycle)
- Total Time: 3 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: 1 loaf (about 12 slices) 1x
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup warm water (110°F to 115°F)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Dry Ingredients
- 3 cups bread flour
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon dried Italian herbs (such as basil, oregano, and thyme)
- 2 teaspoons active dry yeast
Instructions
- Add Ingredients: Pour the warm water and olive oil into the bread machine pan. Add the bread flour, sugar, salt, garlic powder, and dried herbs on top of the liquid.
- Add Yeast: Make a small well in the flour and add the active dry yeast to ensure proper yeast activation by keeping it separate from the liquid initially.
- Select Settings: Close the lid and select the Basic or White Bread setting on your bread machine. Choose your desired crust color preference—light, medium, or dark—to customize the bake.
- Start the Machine: Press start and let the bread machine mix, knead, allow the dough to rise, and bake the bread automatically. This hands-off process ensures perfect bread with minimal preparation.
- Cool and Serve: Once the baking cycle is complete, carefully remove the bread from the pan and let it cool on a wire rack to prevent sogginess. Slice and serve warm or at room temperature for best texture and flavor.
Notes
- Make sure the water temperature is between 110°F to 115°F to activate the yeast properly without killing it.
- You can add extra herbs or substitute garlic powder with fresh minced garlic for a stronger garlic flavor.
- Ensure the bread machine pan and kneading blade are properly assembled to avoid mechanical issues.
- Store any leftover bread wrapped tightly in foil or a bread box to maintain freshness.
- This recipe works best with bread machines that have a Basic or White Bread setting.
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