Italian Bread Recipes

This warm, cheesy Italian Monkey Bread is made with refrigerated biscuit dough, garlic butter, and mozzarella, ready in 50 minutes. Pulling apart the golden, herb-crusted pieces reveals long strings of melted cheese inside. I make this for every family gathering because it disappears instantly. The Secret To Getting It Right I used to throw all …

This soft, fluffy Italian Sweet Bread is made with fresh citrus zest, aromatic anise extract, and a rich buttery dough, ready in just under 3 hours. The hero moment comes when you brush the warm, golden braid with a sweet glaze and scatter colorful sprinkles over the top. I love serving this festive loaf for …

This crispy, airy No Knead Italian Bread is made with flour, yeast, and warm water and ready in just 4 hours. The moment you lift the heavy lid reveals a golden, crackling crust that sounds hollow when tapped. I make this loaf whenever I need fresh bread for dinner without the overnight wait. Restaurant-Quality At …

This crispy, custard-soaked Italian Bread French Toast is made with thick slices of rustic bread, fresh eggs, and cinnamon, ready in just 20 minutes. Thick slices soak up the vanilla-spiced mixture without falling apart, creating a golden, caramelized crust. I love making this on lazy Sunday mornings when I have leftover bakery bread. Why This …

This soft, fluffy Sweet Italian Easter Bread is made with active dry yeast, anise extract, and colorful sprinkles, and ready in just over 3 hours. The best part is pulling the golden braided rings out of the oven with the bright, dyed eggs perfectly nestled in the dough. I love making this every spring because …

This crispy, gooey Italian Cheesy Bread is made with a soft Italian loaf, garlic herb butter, and melted mozzarella, ready in just 20 minutes. Pulling a warm slice from the oven reveals strings of melted cheese that stretch endlessly. I make this easy side dish whenever I need a quick crowd-pleaser. Restaurant-Quality At Home I …

This crispy, bubbly Italian Focaccia Bread is made with bread flour, generous olive oil, and yeast, and is ready in about 4 hours. Deep dimples collect pools of golden olive oil and flaky sea salt for the ultimate crunch in every bite. I bake this every weekend because the high-hydration method makes it practically foolproof …

This fluffy, golden Little Caesars Italian Cheese Bread is made with store-bought pizza dough, a secret blend of Muenster and mozzarella, and savory garlic butter, ready in just 25 minutes. The buttery crust crisps up in the oven while the heavy layer of cheese melts into a gooey, stretchy finish. I prefer making this at …

This crusty, airy Italian Artisan Bread is made with four simple ingredients and ready in about 3 hours. The dough develops a golden, blistered crust and a soft, chewy interior perfect for dipping in olive oil. I love the crackling sound the loaf makes as it cools on the counter, signaling it is ready to …

This rustic, savory Italian Tomato Bread is made with tomato paste, sun-dried tomatoes, and dried herbs, and ready in about 3 hours. The vibrant red dough bakes into a crusty loaf that fills the house with a rich, pizza-like aroma. I bake this weekly for sandwiches. Why This Classic Works The secret to the intense …