Go Back

Herbed Cheese Bread

Yummy Eats Daily
A hearty, homemade yeast bread loaded with dried Italian herbs and melty cheeses, this Herbed Cheese Bread bakes up with a golden crust and soft, cheesy crumb. Easy enough for beginners—delicious enough to impress!
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Rise Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 5 minutes
Servings 1 large loaf
Calories 220 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 packet 2¼ teaspoons active dry yeast
  • 1¾ cups warm water about 110°F
  • 1 tablespoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 2 tablespoons dried Italian herbs basil, oregano, thyme, rosemary
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Extra flour for dusting

Instructions
 

  • Mix water, sugar, and yeast; let it foam (5 min).
  • Add flour, salt, herbs, and cheeses; stir to form dough.
  • Knead on floured surface 8–10 min until elastic.
  • Let rise in greased bowl, covered, 1–2 hrs until doubled.
  • Punch down and shape into loaf; let rise again 30 min.
  • Preheat oven to 450°F with pan of water on bottom rack.
  • See full steps with tips & photos → https://p4pd.org/herbed-cheese-bread/

Notes

  • Make sure your water isn’t too hot or it may kill the yeast.
  • Want extra cheese pull? Add more mozzarella inside before shaping!
  • You can freeze the loaf whole or sliced—just wrap tightly in foil.