Rustic Garlic Rosemary Skillet Bread Recipe
The Rustic Garlic Rosemary Skillet Bread Recipe is warm, soft and full of flavor. Perfect for family dinners or cozy evenings.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon instant yeast
- 3/4 cup warm water
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter melted
Instructions
Prepare the dough
- Mix flour, salt, sugar and instant yeast in a large bowl. Stir well to combine evenly.
Add liquids
- Pour warm water and olive oil into dry ingredients. Mix gently until a sticky dough forms.
Knead the dough
- Transfer dough to a lightly floured surface. Knead for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
First rise
- Place dough in a greased bowl. Cover with a cloth. Let it rise for one hour until doubled in size.
Prepare garlic and rosemary
- While dough rises, chop rosemary and mince garlic. Set aside for later mixing.
Add flavors
- Gently press dough and fold in garlic and rosemary evenly without deflating.
Shape the dough
- Shape dough into a round ball. Ensure garlic and rosemary are evenly distributed inside.
Prepare skillet
- Heat cast iron skillet with parchment paper. Grease lightly with olive oil or butter.
Place dough in skillet
- Place shaped dough carefully into the skillet. Cover loosely and let rise 20 minutes.
Preheat oven
- Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F) while dough is rising.
Brush with butter
- Brush dough top with melted butter for golden crust.
Bake the bread
- Bake in preheated oven for 25–30 minutes until golden brown and crusty.
Check doneness
- Tap bread bottom—it should sound hollow. Ensure inside is fully baked.
Cool slightly
- Remove skillet carefully. Let bread cool on a rack for 5–10 minutes.
Slice and serve
- Slice rustic bread with a serrated knife. Serve warm for best flavor.
Notes
- Use fresh garlic for the best aroma.
- Try adding thyme or oregano with rosemary.
- For softer crust, brush with olive oil instead of butter.
- Add grated Parmesan cheese for a cheesy flavor.
- Use bread flour instead of all-purpose flour for chewier texture.
- Let dough rise longer for more airy bread.
- Make mini loaves in small skillets for individual servings.
- Serve with dipping olive oil and balsamic vinegar.
- Sprinkle sea salt on top for extra crunch.