Garlic Herb Butter Bread
Garlic Herb Butter Bread is a delicious and flavorful bread that goes perfectly with any meal. This recipe combines soft, fluffy dough with a rich garlic herb butter, making it an ideal accompaniment to soups, salads, pasta, or as a snack on its own. The combination of fresh herbs and garlic gives the bread incredible flavor, making it a hit at any gathering. Let’s dive into making this delicious Garlic Herb Butter Bread!
Ingredients
For the dough:
Ingredient Amount
3 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons dry yeast
1 cup warm water (110°F)
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
For the garlic herb butter:
Ingredient Amount
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped
1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Step 1: Make the dough
Activate yeast: In a small bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Stir gently and let stand for about 5–10 minutes, until foamy, which means the yeast is active.
Mix the dough: Combine flour and salt in a large mixing bowl. Make a well in the center and add the yeast mixture and olive oil. Stir until the dough comes together.
Knead the dough: Place the dough on a lightly floured surface and knead until it becomes smooth and elastic, about 8-10 minutes. If the dough is too sticky, add a little more flour if needed.
Let the dough rise: Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth or plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1-1.5 hours, or until it has doubled in size.
Step 2: Make the Garlic Herb Butter
Melt the butter: In a small saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat.
Add the garlic and herbs: Add the minced garlic, parsley, rosemary, thyme, salt, and black pepper to the melted butter. Stir well and cook for 1-2 minutes, until the garlic is fragrant. Remove from heat and set aside.
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Step 3: Form the loaf
Knead the dough: After the dough has risen, knead it to release the air. Place it on a lightly floured surface and roll it into a large rectangle, about 1/2 inch thick.
Cut the dough: Cut the dough into small squares or rectangles, about 1 to 2 inches in size.
Arrange in the pan: Grease a round or rectangular baking pan. Arrange the dough pieces in the pan, slightly overlapping.
Step 4: Add the garlic-herb butter
Pour over the dough: Pour the garlic-herb butter mixture evenly over the dough pieces, making sure each piece is covered.
Second rise: Cover the pan with a damp cloth or plastic wrap and let the dough rise for another 30 minutes.
Step 5: Bake the bread
Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Bake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake the bread for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through. The internal temperature should reach 190°F (88°C).
Step 6: Serve
Cool slightly: Allow the bread to cool in the pan for about 5 minutes.
Serve warm: Serve the garlic herb butter bread warm, pulling the pieces apart as you go. Enjoy this tasty bread with your favorite dishes!