Crispy Garlic Rosemary Bread: A Fragrant, Homemade Delight

By Olivia HayesAug 21, 2026

5.0(2)

Prep

15 min

Cook

35 min

Total

50 min

Servings

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This homemade Garlic Rosemary Bread features a golden, crackly crust and a soft, airy interior, blending the robust flavors of garlic and fresh rosemary. It's perfect for weeknight dinners, combining beautifully with soups, salads, or as a side to roasted meats. Showcasing a wonderfully fragrant aroma, this bread transforms any meal into a special occasion and is deceptively simple to make, even for novice bakers.

Instructions

Activate the yeast in warm water and let it get foamy for about 5 minutes.

Combine the flour and salt in a large bowl and whisk them evenly.

Mix the foamy yeast, olive oil, minced garlic, and chopped rosemary into the flour.

Stir until a shaggy dough begins to form.

Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 10 minutes until it feels smooth and elastic.

Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let it puff up in a warm spot for about an hour, until doubled.

Shape the risen dough into a round loaf and place it on your baking sheet.

Cover the loaf again and let it rise for another 30 minutes while your oven preheats.

Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C).

Score the top of the loaf with a sharp knife and bake for 30-35 minutes until beautifully golden brown.

Cool the bread on a wire rack for at least 15 minutes before slicing into warm, fragrant pieces.

Crispy Garlic Rosemary Bread: A Fragrant, Homemade Delight

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Crispy Garlic Rosemary Bread: A Fragrant, Homemade Delight

Name: Crispy Garlic Rosemary Bread: A Fragrant, Homemade Delight
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup warm water (cozy, not scalding hot); 2 teaspoons active dry yeast (ensure they’re fresh); 4 cups all-purpose flour (can substitute with whole wheat for nuttier flavor); 2 teaspoons salt (essential for flavor and gluten strength); 2 tablespoons olive oil (can use melted butter for variation); 4 cloves garlic (minced, for strong aroma); 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary (chopped; can substitute with dried if necessary)

By Olivia HayesAug 21, 2026

5.0(2)

Prep

15 min

Cook

35 min

Total

50 min

Servings

Jump to recipe

Ingredients

Servings4

•1 cup warm water (cozy, not scalding hot)
•2 teaspoons active dry yeast (ensure they’re fresh)
•4 cups all-purpose flour (can substitute with whole wheat for nuttier flavor)
•2 teaspoons salt (essential for flavor and gluten strength)
•2 tablespoons olive oil (can use melted butter for variation)
•4 cloves garlic (minced, for strong aroma)
•2 tablespoons fresh rosemary (chopped; can substitute with dried if necessary)

Instructions

1
Activate the yeast in warm water and let it get foamy for about 5 minutes.
2
Combine the flour and salt in a large bowl and whisk them evenly.
3
Mix the foamy yeast, olive oil, minced garlic, and chopped rosemary into the flour.
4
Stir until a shaggy dough begins to form.
5
Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 10 minutes until it feels smooth and elastic.
6
Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let it puff up in a warm spot for about an hour, until doubled.
7
Shape the risen dough into a round loaf and place it on your baking sheet.
8
Cover the loaf again and let it rise for another 30 minutes while your oven preheats.
9
Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C).
10
Score the top of the loaf with a sharp knife and bake for 30-35 minutes until beautifully golden brown.
11
Cool the bread on a wire rack for at least 15 minutes before slicing into warm, fragrant pieces.