Easy Tomato Basil Bread
Bake flavorful Easy Tomato Basil Bread, a soft and savory homemade bread made with fresh tomatoes and basil. This easy bread recipe is perfect for pairing with soups, salads, or sandwiches.
Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup diced fresh tomatoes or well-drained canned tomatoes
- ¼ cup fresh basil chopped
- 2 teaspoons instant yeast
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 cup warm water about 110°F
- 1 teaspoon salt
- Optional: grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine warm water and yeast.
- Let sit for 5 minutes until slightly foamy.
- Add flour, salt, olive oil, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning.
- Stir until a soft dough forms.
- Fold in diced tomatoes and chopped basil.
- Mix until evenly combined.
- Transfer dough to a floured surface and shape into a loaf.
- Place in a greased loaf pan and cover.
- Let rise for 45–60 minutes until doubled in size.
- Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 30–35 minutes.
- Cool on a rack before slicing.
Notes
- Drain tomatoes well to avoid excess moisture.
- Keep dough slightly soft for better texture.
- Allow full rise time for light, airy bread.
- Let bread cool before slicing to maintain structure.