Rustic Garlic Rosemary Skillet Bread (Printable)

Hearty skillet bread with roasted garlic and rosemary, crisp edges and chewy interior.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Bread Dough

01 - 3 cups bread flour
02 - 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
03 - 1 1/4 cups warm water
04 - 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
05 - 1 tablespoon olive oil

→ Aromatics

06 - 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, chopped
07 - 4 cloves garlic, minced
08 - 2 tablespoons olive oil, plus extra for greasing

→ Topping

09 - 1/2 teaspoon flaky sea salt

# How to Prepare:

01 - Whisk warm water and yeast in a large bowl. Let stand for 5 minutes until foamy.
02 - Add bread flour and salt to the yeast mixture. Mix until a shaggy dough forms, then knead by hand or stand mixer for 5-7 minutes until smooth and slightly tacky.
03 - Drizzle in 1 tablespoon olive oil, chopped rosemary, and minced garlic. Knead briefly until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
04 - Transfer dough to a lightly greased bowl, cover with a damp towel, and place in a warm area. Let rise for 1 hour or until doubled in volume.
05 - Generously oil a 10-inch oven-safe skillet. Deflate the risen dough and press it gently into the skillet, spreading to the edges. Cover and let rise for 25-30 minutes.
06 - Preheat oven to 425°F during the final rise period.
07 - Brush the dough surface with remaining olive oil and sprinkle evenly with flaky sea salt.
08 - Bake for 30-35 minutes until the bread is deeply golden and sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.
09 - Allow bread to cool in the skillet for 10 minutes before slicing. Serve warm for optimal texture.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The combination of roasted garlic and fresh rosemary creates an aroma that draws everyone into the kitchen before you even call them to dinner
  • You get bakery style results with minimal effort and no fancy equipment required
  • The crisp edges and chewy center make every bite a perfect balance of textures
02 -
  • Resist the urge to add extra flour during kneading, a slightly sticky dough creates a lighter final bread
  • Let the bread cool for at least 10 minutes before slicing, or the steam will escape and make the center gummy
03 -
  • Roast your garlic cloves for 20 minutes at 400°F before mincing for a sweeter, milder flavor
  • Use an instant read thermometer to check for doneness, it should read 190°F to 200°F in the center

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