Collector's Herb Bread
A fragrant, buttery quick bread studded with fresh herbs, perfect for a Minnesota estate sale-inspired table. This american-inspired desserts ready in about 67 minutes layers all-purpose flour, baking powder, kosher salt into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 185 calories and feeds 10, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 1/2 cup, melted unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tbsp finely chopped fresh thyme
- 1 tbsp finely chopped fresh rosemary
- 1 large egg
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan. Whisk 2 cups all-purpose flour, 2 tsp baking powder, and 1 tsp kosher salt in a large bowl.
- Step 2: In a separate bowl, whisk 1/2 cup melted unsalted butter, 1/4 cup honey, 1 large egg, and 2 tbsp finely chopped fresh thyme until smooth.
- Step 3: Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and stir with a rubber spatula just until combined—do not overmix. Fold in 1 tbsp finely chopped fresh rosemary.
- Step 4: Pour batter into prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top. Bake for 50-55 minutes until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean and the top is golden brown.
- Step 5: Cool in pan for 15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Collector's Herb Bread take to make?
Total time is about 67 minutes (15 min prep + 52 min cook). Most home bakers find this fits a weekend afternoon; chill or store as the recipe directs before serving.
How do I store leftover Collector's Herb Bread?
Cool fully before storing. Most baked desserts keep at room temperature in an airtight container for 2–3 days, or in the fridge for up to 5 days. Cream- or custard-based desserts must go in the fridge within 2 hours; reheat gently or serve cold per the recipe.
Can I substitute ingredients in Collector's Herb Bread?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Collector's Herb Bread for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 10 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 10). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Collector's Herb Bread?
American desserts like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★☆
Solid recipe. Not groundbreaking but definitely making it again.
- ★★☆☆☆
Didn't come together the way I expected. Flavors were flat.
