This Bread Machine Herb Bread recipe turns out light, fluffy and flavorful. It's full of vibrant herbs and sweet caramelized onions and garlic. Bake it in your bread maker or in the oven!
Prep Time5 minutesmins
Cook Time35 minutesmins
Kneading and Rising1 hourhr30 minutesmins
Total Time2 hourshrs10 minutesmins
Course: Appetizer, Bread, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Diet: Low Lactose, Vegetarian
Keyword: garlic herb bread machine recipe, italian herb bread machine recipe, rosemary bread machine recipe
Heat a large pan over high heat. Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil, ½ cup sweet onion and 6 garlic cloves. Saute for 2-3 minutes.
Add 1 cup warm water, 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil, 2 tablespoon unsalted butter, 1 teaspoon salt, 2 teaspoon better cheddar cheese powder, 1 ½ tablespoon white sugar, 4 cups bread flour and 1 ¾ teaspoon yeast to the bread maker pan in this order. For non-Cuisinart machines, check your brand's manual for the correct order to add ingredients. If it differs, add them in the order that your manual states. Follow the directions below for your preferred method of baking.
Machine Baking Method
Select the basic/white bread setting. Choose 1.5 lb loaf size and your preferred crust color. Select the mix-in option. When the mix-in chime signals, add the roasted onion and garlic, fresh parsley, fresh rosemary leaves and fresh basil leaves. Close the lid.
At the end of the last kneading cycle, remove the kneading paddle. If you miss this step, remove the paddle using oven mitts after the bread cools. When baking is complete, remove from the bread pan immediately and con a wire rack for at least 30 minutes before slicing.
Oven Baking Method
Select the dough setting and choose 1.5 lb loaf size. Select the mix-in option. When the mix-in chime signals, add the roasted onion and garlic, fresh parsley, fresh rosemary leaves and fresh basil leaves. Close the lid.
Once the cycle has finished, remove the dough from the pan and punch down a few times. Shape into a ball or other desired shape and place on a nonstick baking sheet. Cover with a heavy towel and let rest for 20 minutes while preheating the oven to 350℉. Carefully brush the top with egg or milk. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until top is golden brown and inside center reaches 200℉ or sounds hollow when tapped. Cool on a wire rack for at least 30 minutes before slicing.
Notes
Yeast: Active dry, instant yeast and bread machine yeast can all be used interchangeably in a bread maker. Bread machines are designed to use either of these without having to proof them first. Do not proof yeast prior to adding it to the bread pan for this recipe.Storing: A bread box, linen bread storage bags or plastic food storage bags will keep your bread fresh for 2-3 days. It can be stored in the fridge for up to 2 weeks. For longer storage, cut into slices and freeze for up to 6 months.