Soft Spinach Bread Recipe

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A truly satisfying breakfast that is nutritious and equally healthy is Spinach Bread. This recipe is a twist on traditional breads and a great way to use up any stacked spinach lying around at home. If you are not a spinach fan, follow this recipe, and you will be bragging about it.

Made with easy-peasy ingredients, this recipe follows the same steps you would use when making bread at home. The only additional requirement is sautéing the spinach for this recipe, which takes only 2-3 mins.

But don’t worry, I will also share with you how you can make this spinach bread using spinach puree, which calls for no pan and no sautéing.

This is a perfect beginner-friendly bread recipe that has all the good things you need in your daily diet. Self-proclaimed bread masters like me love to make this bread, which has a mega-crispy crust and a burst of flavours that can be personalised to your liking.

Just like me, if you are a breakfast person but not a vegetable one, this savoury recipe will make you both. This spinach loaf, made up of eggs, spinach, cheese, and garlic, will be a good start to any day. So, let me share with you how you can add this delicious breakfast treat to my diet.

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Equipment Required

Oven: This is a bread-baking recipe, so an oven is a must.
Spatula: I use a spatula to brush off the butter before adding it to the oven.
Saucepan: I am using a saucepan to cook the spinach.
Wooden Spatula: I stir the ingredients and spinach while cooking.
Baking Tray: It’s impossible to make bread in an oven without a baking tray, so I use one.

Spinach Bread Ingredients & Substitutions

Note: The ingredients in this recipe can serve up to 2 people. You can increase or decrease the proportions as required.

1½ Cup Refined Flour
1 Egg
1 Tablespoon Butter
1 Teaspoon Dried Yeast: You can also use instant yeast, which needs to be added to the flour before adding eggs and the rest of the ingredients.
½ Milk Lukewarm
½ Cup Grated Parmesan Cheese: When I don’t find Parmesan cheese in my pantry, I go for Asiago cheese instead.
1 Minced Garlic
1 Packed Spinach
1 Teaspoon Sugar
1 Teaspoon Salt
1 Teaspoon Black Pepper

Preparation And Cooking Time

Preparation Time	Baking Time	Resting Time	Total Time
10 Minutes	20 Minutes	20 Minutes	50 Minutes

How To Make Spinach Bread At Home

Step 1

Start by preheating your oven to 140 degrees F. Meanwhile, add a cup of dried yeast to a cup of milk in a bowl. Now, add a teaspoon of salt and sugar to activate the yeast.

Step 2

Now add the flour, yeast mixture, salt, and egg to the bowl and knead it until soft and smooth. Set it aside for 5 minutes.

Step 3

Take a pan and add butter and minced garlic. Cook it for at least 2 minutes.

Step 4

After the garlic’s raw smell has faded, add the spinach to the pan and cook until well wilted. Season this with salt, pepper, and parmesan cheese, and allow the mixture to cool.

Step 5

Now, take the dough and roll it into a circular shape.

Step 6

Put the spinach mix on top and spread it well.

Step 7

Add parmesan cheese on top of all of this.

Step 8

Time to fold it evenly on all sides.

Step 9

Now, roll the dough into a loaf.

Step 10

Finally, add it to the baking tray and spread butter on it.

Step 11

Put it in the preheated oven and bake for about 20-25 mins at 180 degrees.

Step 12

After it is done baking, let it cool for some time, and then your Spinach Bread is ready to serve.

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Expert Tips That I Recommend

I always watch for the right temperature to have perfectly baked bread.
I am fully aware that over-kneaded bread can be hard, chewy, and unfixable. Hence, I am quite cautious when kneading my bread because overdoing it can lead to hard bread.
If you want to prepare this dough beforehand and bake it later, you can store it in the refrigerator for 4-5 days.
Whenever I have leftover spinach filling, I use it as a topping for bread, pizzas, or omelettes.
To enhance the flavour of this dish, I add herbs like dried parsley or crushed red chilli flakes.
To check the doneness, I insert a toothpick into the bread. If it comes out clean, the bread is done; however, if it has some crumbs sticking to it, I put it back in the oven for further baking.

FAQs About Spinach Bread

Why is my Spinach Bread dough so sticky?

Spinach bread dough can become sticky if you add too much milk. Using the wrong flour type can also lead to sticky spinach bread. Another thing to keep in mind is to avoid over-fermenting the dough, which can weaken the gluten structure, leading to a sticky consistency.

Can I use spinach puree for this recipe?

Yes, you can use spinach puree to make spinach bread. You can add it directly to the flour mix and knead it all together. Keep in mind that adding puree will give you green, spinach-colored bread, not the light brown color of a normal bread.

How do you determine if the dough is kneaded enough?

If you doubt your kneading skills, then here is how to determine whether the bread is kneaded enough. Your dough is ready when it is soft and smooth and bounces back. You can press it with your finger and check if it is ready to regain its original shape. However, if it has indentation, then it needs more kneading. Another test is to try stretching your dough. If it breaks, it is still not ready; however, if it stretches, leaving window panes on it, it is perfectly kneaded.

Why is my Spinach Bread so dry?

If the flour-to-water ratio is off, spinach bread can be dry. Sprinkle in a little bit of oil or water while mixing it. The final dough should be soft and bouncy. If it is not, your bread will definitely be hard and dry.

Can I add other vegetables to the filling?

Yes, you can add other vegetable fillings, like mashed potatoes or mashed pumpkin, along with some salt and ginger, to this recipe.

Why did my bread not rise properly?

There can be various reasons why your bread didn’t rise. Firstly, you might have used old, inactive yeast or extremely hot water, both of which lead to this issue. Another common issue is insufficient resting time and kneading, both of which again cause the bread to sink.

Nutritional Information Per Serving

Spinach Bread is delicious, but it is not a healthy option because it is high in calories. Hence, it would be best to consume this in moderation.

For a more detailed idea, here is a nutritional chart on Spinach bread

Calories	637 kcal
carbohydrates	62 g
Protein	29 g
Fat	30 g
Saturated Fat	17 g
Polyunsaturated fat	2 g
Monounsaturated Fat	8 g
Trans Fat	0.5 g
Cholesterol	237 mg
Sodium	3358 mg
Potassium	298 mg
Fiber	3 g
Sugar	4 g
Vitamin A	1126 IU
Vitamin C	1 g
Calcium	498 mg
Iron	4 mg

One of the good things about this diet is that it is low in sodium and can aid in weight loss, too.

Recipe Variations For Different Diets

Keto Friendly: To make this spinach bread recipe keto-friendly, I use low-carb flours like almond or coconut flour.
Gluten Free: I have also made this bread in a gluten-free style several times, using a few substitutions. I start by using gluten-free flour, which is either almond flour or keto flour, for this recipe. Also, I go for baking powder instead of yeast because, although it claims to be gluten-free, it is best to read the ingredients, as some do contain gluten.
Vegan: If you are vegan, then I have food alterations for you as well. Start by using vegan butter and vegan milk, i.e., almond or soy milk. I also use vegan cheese and ground flax seeds instead of eggs when making this in a vegan style.

Storing and Reheating This recipe

Storing

Countertop: Even though many consider it safe to leave your spinach bread on the countertop for days, I prefer leaving it out for only 2 hours. After which, it goes straight into the fridge for further storage and to prevent contamination.
Refrigeration: I like to refrigerate my spinach bread, which stays safe for around 3-4 days. I like to tightly wrap it in aluminium foil or store it in an airtight container to prevent air from coming into contact with it, which could eventually make this Spinach bread hard.
Freezing: Freezing is also a good option. This bread can be frozen for 3 months. Again, a tight cling foil and an air-tight container to prevent freezer burns are a must. Before consumption, I like to defrost it in the fridge or on the countertop, and enjoy every bite.

Reheating

Oven: I like to reheat my spinach bread in the oven. I start by preheating my oven to 350 degrees F, then place the leftovers in foil. Then I let it reheat for at least 10-15 mins, after which I allow it to cool before serving,
Air Fryer: Reheating the spinach bread in the air fryer is a convenient option when I have small slices to reheat. I start by preheating my air fryer at 350 degrees F. Then I place my bread in a single layer and let it heat for 2-3 mins. After this, I check whether it is properly heated. If not, I let it heat for another minute, but beware that Spinach bread gets very easily heated in the air fryer.
Toaster: When I only need a few slices of spinach bread to reheat, I use my toaster. I insert the slices in the baking tray and use the “toaster” option, which gives me reheated Spinach bread slices very quickly.
Microwave: Using the microwave to reheat Spinach bread has got to be one of the fastest ways. To do this, I like to place the slices on a microwave-safe dish and reheat them in 10-second increments. I follow this technique until it is nicely heated; however, be cautious, as it can overheat and become burnt and hard.
Stovetop: If you do not have any of the equipment mentioned above, then you can also reheat your Spinach bread on the stovetop. To do this, you need to butter the pan, then place your spinach bread on it. Let it warm thoroughly, then flip it over to warm the other side as well.

What To Serve With This Recipe

To make your breakfasts more filling, why not have this bread with additional side dishes? I always like to have a well-made Omelet with this spinach bread.

To make it even more filling, I like to have tomato juice as well. However, if you do not enjoy heavy breakfasts and want to keep it light, try this with a Mango Pineapple Smoothie.

This classic Spinach bread also goes white well with Tea or coffee, whatever you prefer. If you are not a breakfast person and want to turn this into a brunch, then have this with a bowl of fresh salad on the side, and your day will be sorted.

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Conclusion

Don’t sleep on this recipe as I did and give it a try right away. This easy-to-make spinach bread recipe is perfect for appetizers, and with a few side dishes, can also be the main course. Pull apart this cheesy and spinach-filled bread, which is A+ on taste and texture.

Don’t believe me? Then give this a try, and you will be in awe just like I was. The warmth and cheesiness of this Spinach bread are definitely worth a try. Go green with this healthy and nutritious spinach bread recipe!