Bread Machine Italian Bread Baked in Oven

Discover the perfect harmony of convenience and homemade flavor with this Bread Machine Italian Bread Baked in the Oven. This recipe combines the ease of a bread machine with the artisanal touch of oven baking, delivering a soft, flavorful interior and a beautifully golden, crisp crust. Made with simple pantry staples like olive oil, honey, and bread flour, this Italian-inspired loaf is perfect for sandwiches, dipping in olive oil, or serving alongside hearty soups. The optional cornmeal dusting adds a rustic texture and visual appeal. With just 25 minutes of baking time after the dough rises, this recipe proves you don’t need to be a professional baker to create bakery-quality bread at home. Perfect for beginner and seasoned bakers alike, this homemade Italian bread is sure to become a family favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:120 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:145 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 cup Warm water
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1.5 tablespoons Honey
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 3 cups Bread flour
• 2.25 teaspoons Active dry yeast
• 2 tablespoons Cornmeal (optional, for dusting)

Directions

Step 1

Add the warm water, olive oil, honey, salt, bread flour, and active dry yeast to your bread machine pan in the order recommended by the manufacturer.

Step 2

Select the 'dough' setting on your bread machine and start it. This will knead the dough and allow it to rise until doubled in size, which typically takes about 90 minutes.

Step 3

Once the dough cycle is complete, transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface and shape it into a round or oblong loaf, depending on your preference.

Step 4

Place the shaped dough on a parchment-lined baking sheet or a baking stone. If desired, sprinkle cornmeal on the parchment or stone before placing the dough on top to give the bottom a rustic texture.

Step 5

Cover the dough loosely with a clean kitchen towel and allow it to rise in a warm place for 30 minutes until it has doubled in size.

Step 6

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) while the dough is rising.

Step 7

Using a sharp knife, make 2-3 shallow slashes across the top of the dough to allow for expansion during baking.

Step 8

Optional: Brush the top of the dough with olive oil or water for a golden crust.

Step 9

Place the bread in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the loaf sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.

Step 10

Remove the bread from the oven and transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(703.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1791.9

Total Fat 34.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2373.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 326.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.3g	0%
Total Sugars 27.1g
Protein 48.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 61.7mg	0%
Iron 17.4mg	0%
Potassium 550.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 17.0%

Protein: 10.8%

Carbs: 72.2%