Easy Bread Machine Italian Herb and Cheese Bread

This Italian Herb and Cheese Bread is perfect for bread machine baking enthusiasts who want a quick and flavorful homemade loaf. Infused with aromatic Italian herbs and loaded with gooey melted cheese, it’s soft, tender, and perfect for sandwiches, toast, or as a side for pasta and soups.

Using a bread machine takes the guesswork out of kneading and rising, delivering consistent results with minimal effort.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Easy & convenient: Perfect for bread machines.
• Savory & cheesy: Aromatic herbs and cheese baked into every bite.
• Soft, tender crumb: Ideal for sandwiches or snacking.
• Versatile: Enjoy warm, toasted, or as part of a meal.

Ingredients

Bread Machine Ingredients:

• 3 cups bread flour
• 1 packet (2 ¼ tsp) active dry yeast
• 1 tsp sugar
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 cup water – warm
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella or cheddar cheese
• 2 tsp dried Italian herbs (or 1 tbsp fresh herbs)

Instructions

1. Add ingredients to bread machine: Place ingredients in the bread machine pan in the order recommended by the manufacturer: water, oil, sugar, salt, flour, herbs, yeast.
2. Add cheese: Add shredded cheese to the bread machine during the “add-in” beep or fold in after the first kneading cycle if your machine has this feature.
3. Select cycle: Choose the basic or white bread cycle with medium crust. Start machine.
4. Bake & cool: Once baking is complete, carefully remove bread from machine. Let cool on a wire rack for at least 15 minutes before slicing.
5. Serve: Slice warm or at room temperature. Ideal for sandwiches, toast, or dipping in soups.

Tips & Variations

• Cheese variety: Try Gouda, Monterey Jack, or Parmesan for different flavors.
• Extra flavor: Add minced garlic or sun-dried tomatoes to the dough.
• Herbs: Fresh rosemary, thyme, or basil can replace dried herbs.
• Storage: Store in airtight container for 2–3 days or freeze slices for longer storage.

Serving Ideas

• Serve with pasta, soups, or salads.
• Make grilled cheese sandwiches or garlic toast.
• Enjoy warm with olive oil or butter for dipping.

Story Behind the Recipe

This Easy Bread Machine Italian Herb and Cheese Bread combines the convenience of bread machine baking with the flavors of a classic Italian loaf. Soft, cheesy, and infused with herbs, it’s perfect for busy home cooks who want fresh, homemade bread without the hassle of manual kneading and long rises.

Easy Bread Machine Italian Herb and Cheese Bread

Soft, flavorful Italian herb and cheese bread made easily in a bread machine. Perfect for sandwiches, toast, or as a side.

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Cook Time 3 minutes mins

Total Time 3 minutes mins

Servings: 1 loaf

Course: Lunch, Side, Snack

Cuisine: Bakery, Italian

Calories: 260

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

  

Bread Machine Ingredients

• 3 cups bread flour
• 1 packet active dry yeast 2 ¼ tsp
• 1 tsp sugar
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 cup water warm
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella or cheddar cheese
• 2 tsp dried Italian herbs or 1 tbsp fresh

Equipment

• Bread machine
• Wire rack
• Measuring cups and spoons

Method

 

1. Place ingredients in bread machine in recommended order: water, oil, sugar, salt, flour, herbs, yeast.
2. Add shredded cheese during ‘add-in’ beep or after first knead cycle.
3. Select basic or white bread cycle with medium crust and start machine.
4. Once baking is complete, remove bread carefully and cool on wire rack 15 minutes.
5. Slice warm or at room temperature. Serve as desired.

Notes

Store in airtight container 2–3 days. Freeze slices for longer storage.