8 Savory Bread Recipes You Need To Try!

Savory bread isn’t just a side—it’s the whole moment. Crusty, golden, packed with herbs and cheese, it doesn’t need icing to make an entrance.

From fluffy focaccia to sharp cheddar muffins, these recipes bring big flavor and serious comfort, no matter the occasion. Brunch? Covered. Last-minute apps? Done. Something to snack on while standing over the stove? Always.

Check below for recipes that are just a preheated oven away from greatness.

Bake boldly. Savory breads deserve the spotlight—and with the right recipes (and tools), you’ll be ready to rise to the occasion.

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“Garlic Bread” Parker House Rolls

Buttery, soft, and slightly sweet with a crisp golden shell, these classic Parker House rolls get the ultimate upgrade with garlic-parsley butter. Each roll is dipped in melted butter before baking, then brushed again straight from the oven and fi nished with fl aky Maldon sea salt. They’re fl uffy, pull-apart, and packed with rich garlic fl avor, and yes, one is never enough.

Ingredients Needed
● 7 cups unbleached all-purpose fl our, divided
● ½ cup sugar
● 2 teaspoons sea salt
● ½ ounce (2 packages) instant dry yeast (about 4½ teaspoons)
● 4 ounces (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
● 2 cups hot water (90°F–100°F)
● 1 large egg
● 8 ounces (2 sticks) unsalted butter, melted
● 2 tablespoons chopped fresh fl at-leaf parsley (plus more for topping)
● 4 garlic cloves, minced
● Maldon sea salt

Estimated Preparation Time: Approximately 2½–3 hours total (including rise time and baking)

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Olive Bread

This rustic olive bread is packed with briny Kalamata olives and baked until deeply golden with a crisp, crackly crust. Inside, the crumb is light, chewy, and studded with savory bursts of olive in every bite. It’s the kind of bread that’s flavorful enough to stand on its own, no butter required.

Ingredients Needed:
● 4 cups (550g) all-purpose or bread flour
● 1 teaspoon kosher salt or coarse sea salt
● 1 teaspoon instant yeast
● 1½ cups warm water (90°F–100°F)
● 1 cup Kalamata olives, patted dry and roughly chopped
● Olive or vegetable oil

Estimated Preparation Time: Approximately 3–3½ hours total (including rise time and baking)

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Parmesan-Herb Popovers

Light, airy, and dramatically puffed, these Parmesan-Herb Popovers bake up crisp and golden on the outside with a tender, steamy center. Freshly grated Parmesan and chopped thyme add savory depth, making them perfect for serving alongside roasts, soups, or holiday spreads. Enjoy them hot from the oven. Popovers are at their best when freshly baked.

Ingredients Needed:
● 1¼ cups (10 ounces) whole milk
● 2 large eggs
● 1 cup (5 ounces) all-purpose flour
● ½ teaspoon kosher salt
● ½ cup (2 ounces) freshly grated Parmesan cheese
● 1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh thyme
● 4 tablespoons (2 ounces) unsalted butter, cut into 12 equal pieces

Estimated Preparation Time: Approximately 35–40 minutes total (including preheating and baking)

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Summer Focaccia

This vibrant Summer Focaccia captures everything we love about warm-weather cooking, juicy cherry tomatoes, sweet shallots, fresh scallions, herbs, and edible flowers layered over olive oil-rich dough. Baked until deep golden and dimpled to perfection, it’s as beautiful as it is flavorful. Finish with flaky salt for the perfect bite.

Ingredients Needed For the Focaccia Dough:
● 300 grams room temperature water
● 5 tablespoons olive oil, divided
● 385 grams bread flour
● 2¼ teaspoons active dry yeast
● 1½ teaspoons kosher salt

Ingredients Needed For the Topping:
● 1 bunch scallions
● 3–4 cherry tomatoes
● 1–2 shallots
● Italian flat-leaf parsley
● Bachelor buttons (edible flowers)

Estimated Preparation Time: Approximately 2½–3 hours total (including proofing and baking)

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Cheddar and Spring Onion White Soda Bread

No yeast, no rise time, just a tender, flavor-packed loaf ready in under an hour. This classic white soda bread is studded with sharp Kerrygold Dubliner cheese and fresh spring onions, creating a savory crumb with a crisp, golden crust. Serve warm, sliced thick, and slathered with butter for the ultimate comfort bite.

Ingredients Needed:
● 1 pound (2⅔ cups) all-purpose flour, plus extra for dusting
● 1 teaspoon baking soda
● 1 teaspoon salt
● 1 cup Kerrygold Dubliner cheese, grated
● 4 spring onions (scallions), fi nely chopped
● 12 ounces (1½ cups) buttermilk, plus a little extra if needed

Estimated Preparation Time: Approximately 45–55 minutes total (including baking time)

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Cheese and Bacon Rolls

Soft, golden, and loaded with savory flavor, these Cheese and Bacon Rolls combine melty mozzarella, sharp cheddar, and crispy bacon in every pull-apart bite. Baked until bubbly and golden on top, they’re the kind of crowd-pleasing tray bake that disappears fast, so consider making two.

Ingredients Needed For the Rolls:
● 3⅓ cups (17½ oz) bread flour
● 1¾ teaspoons instant dried yeast
● ¾ teaspoon granulated sugar
● ¼ teaspoon flaky sea salt
● 1¼ cups (10 fl oz) warm water
● 3 tablespoons olive oil, plus extra for greasing

Ingredients Needed For the Topping:
● 1 cup (3½ oz) shredded mozzarella
● ¼ cup (1 oz) grated cheddar cheese
● 2 cups (2½ oz) bacon, finely chopped

Estimated Preparation Time: Approximately 2–2½ hours total (including rise time and baking)

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Braided Challah

Golden and glossy on the outside with a soft, pillowy interior, this Braided Challah is enriched with egg yolks, honey, and a touch of sugar for its signature flavor and beautiful color. Braided into either a classic three-strand or dramatic six-strand loaf, it makes a stunning centerpiece, and tastes just as incredible sliced the next day for French toast or bread pudding.

Ingredients Needed For the Challah Dough:
● 1 cup (8 ounces) lukewarm water (about 110°F)
● 1 tablespoon instant yeast
● 4 egg yolks
● ¼ cup (2 ounces) vegetable oil
● 3 tablespoons honey
● ¼ cup (1¾ ounces) sugar
● 4½ cups (1 pound 1 ounce) unbleached all-purpose flour
● 2 teaspoons fine kosher salt

Ingredients Needed For the Egg Wash:
● 1 egg yolk
● 1 whole egg
● 2 tablespoons whole milk
Optional Toppings:
● 1 tablespoon poppy seeds
● 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
● 1 tablespoon fl aky sea salt
● 2 tablespoons pearl sugar

Estimated Preparation Time: Approximately 3–4 hours total (including dough rise, proofing, and baking; longer if refrigerated overnight)

Get the full step-by-step instructions for the Braided Challah recipe and the Challah Dough recipe.

Italian Rosemary and Roasted Garlic Focaccia

Slow-roasted garlic, fragrant rosemary, and a generous drizzle of olive oil give this Italian-inspired focaccia its bold, savory fl avor. The dough bakes up golden with crisp edges and a tender interior, while roasted garlic is mashed into herb oil and brushed into every dimple. It’s rich, aromatic, and packed with garlic in every bite.

Ingredients Needed For the Focaccia:
● 3 cups warm water (105°F–115°F)
● 2 tablespoons instant dry yeast
● ¼ cup granulated sugar
● 2 pounds plus 8 ounces unbleached all-purpose fl our, divided
● 2 teaspoons sea salt

Ingredients Needed For the Roasted Garlic & Topping:
● 1 head garlic, halved crosswise
● 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
● Sea salt
● ⅓ cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for coating the pan
● ½ cup fresh rosemary leaves
● 1 tablespoon sea salt

Estimated Preparation Time: Approximately 3½–4 hours total (including dough rise, roasting garlic, and baking; longer if dough is refrigerated overnight)

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Bread Baking Essentials

Inspired to start baking? The right tools make homemade bread easier, more consistent, and more rewarding. From kneading dough to achieving that perfect golden crust, these essentials help set you up for success.

● Dutch Ovens – Perfect for creating bakery-style crust and oven spring with steam-trapping heat.
● Mixers – Effortlessly knead challah, focaccia, and enriched doughs to smooth, elastic perfection.
● Bread & Loaf Pans – Ideal for rolls, focaccia, and evenly baked breads with golden bottoms.
● Sheet Pans – Essential for sandwich loaves, soda bread, and uniform bakes.
● Dough Tools & Accessories – Bench scrapers, proofing tools, and essentials for shaping and handling dough.
● Instant-Read Thermometers – Ensure perfectly baked bread with accurate internal temperature readings.