Rustic Garlic Rosemary Skillet Bread (Printable)

Hearty skillet bread with roasted garlic, rosemary, crisp edges, and chewy crumb. Golden and delicious warm from the oven.

# Ingredient List:

→ 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 Make:

01 - Whisk together 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 mixer for 5-7 minutes until smooth and slightly sticky.
03 - Drizzle in 1 tablespoon olive oil, chopped rosemary, and minced garlic. Knead briefly to distribute evenly throughout the dough.
04 - Transfer dough to a greased bowl, cover with a damp towel, and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour until doubled in size.
05 - Generously oil a 10-inch oven-safe skillet. Punch down dough and press it gently into the skillet, extending to the edges. Cover and let rise for 25-30 minutes.
06 - Preheat oven to 425°F.
07 - Brush dough surface with remaining olive oil and sprinkle evenly with flaky sea salt.
08 - Bake for 30-35 minutes until bread is golden brown and cooked through.
09 - Cool briefly before slicing. Serve warm for optimal texture and flavor.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • The way rosemary and garlic perfume your entire home while baking is better than any scented candle
  • That golden crust with flaky sea salt creates the most satisfying crunch in every bite
02 -
  • A cast iron skillet creates the crispest crust, but any oven-safe pan will work
  • The dough should feel tacky, not dry, before rising—add water a tablespoon at a time if needed
03 -
  • If the top browns too quickly, tent with foil for the last 10 minutes of baking
  • Let the skillet cool slightly before serving so you can handle it comfortably

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