Garlic Herb Braided Bread: The Best Homemade Delight to Enjoy
A delightful homemade bread infused with garlic and herbs, perfect for any occasion.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
- Yield: 1 loaf 1x
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 1 tablespoon instant yeast
- 1 cup warm water
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- In a mixing bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
- Add flour, salt, olive oil, garlic, and herbs to the yeast mixture. Mix until a dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise in a warm place until doubled in size, about 1 hour.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Punch down the dough and divide it into three equal pieces. Roll each piece into a long rope.
- Braid the ropes together and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Cover the braid and let it rise for another 30 minutes.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped.
- Let cool before slicing and serving.
Notes
- For a golden crust, brush the braid with an egg wash before baking.
- Substitute herbs to your preference for different flavors.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Garlic Herb Braided Bread, Homemade Bread, Bread Recipe