Soft, fluffy, and loaded with savory herbs and pockets of melted cheese, this Cheesy Italian Herb Bread tastes like something straight from an artisan bakery. It’s perfect for sandwiches, toast, or alongside a bowl of soup, but with a lighter WW-friendly twist that keeps the Points low without sacrificing flavor.
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Rise Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
Bake Time: 35–40 minutes
Total Time: 2 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
WW Points: 2 Points per Slice
Ingredients
Bread
- 2 cups self-rising flour
- 1 cup plain nonfat Greek yogurt
- 1 packet (2¼ teaspoons) instant yeast
- ½ cup warm water (110°F)
- 1 teaspoon honey
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon dried basil
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup fat-free mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 2 tablespoons reduced-fat Parmesan cheese
Topping
- Cooking spray
- ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ¼ teaspoon dried parsley
- Pinch of garlic powder
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine the warm water, honey, and yeast. Let stand for 5–10 minutes until foamy.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the self-rising flour, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, basil, oregano, and salt.
- Add the Greek yogurt and the yeast mixture. Stir until a shaggy dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 5 minutes, then gently knead in the mozzarella and Parmesan.
- Place the dough into a lightly sprayed bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
- Punch down the dough and shape it into a loaf. Place it in a lightly sprayed 9×5-inch loaf pan.
- Cover and let rise for another 15 minutes.
- Lightly spray the top with cooking spray and sprinkle with the remaining Italian seasoning, parsley, and garlic powder.
- Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 35–40 minutes, or until the loaf is golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped.
- Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Only 2 WW Points per slice
- Soft and fluffy texture
- Loaded with Italian herbs
- High in protein compared to traditional bread
- Perfect for sandwiches or garlic toast
- Freezes beautifully
Helpful Tips
- Use freshly shredded mozzarella for the best melt and texture.
- Don’t slice the bread while it’s hot—it finishes setting as it cools.
- Brush the top with a little garlic-infused cooking spray after baking for extra flavor.
- Toast leftovers for amazing grilled sandwiches.
Storage
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for 3 days or refrigerate for up to 6 days.
Freezing: Slice and freeze for up to 3 months. Toast directly from frozen.
Delicious Ways to Enjoy It
🥪 Sandwiches
Perfect with turkey, grilled chicken, tuna salad, or egg salad.
🧄 Garlic Bread
Toast slices and spread with light butter mixed with garlic and parsley.
🍳 Breakfast Toast
Top with scrambled eggs, cottage cheese, or avocado (adjust WW Points if needed).
🍲 Soup Companion
Serve warm alongside tomato soup, chili, or vegetable soup.
Nutrition (Per Slice)
- Calories: 112
- Protein: 9g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 1g
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Cholesterol: 3mg
- Sodium: 235mg
Nutrition values are approximate and may vary depending on the brands of ingredients used.
