Description
This Cheddar Cheese Quick Bread is a savory delight that’s quick and easy to make. Loaded with sharp cheddar cheese and optional herbs, this no-yeast bread is perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp garlic powder (optional)
Wet Ingredients:
- 1 ½ cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 large egg
- ¼ cup unsalted butter (melted and slightly cooled)
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh chives or parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and garlic powder if using. Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, egg, and melted butter. Pour into the dry ingredients and stir just until combined. Fold in herbs if using.
- Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared pan, smooth the top, and bake for 40–45 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- This bread is best served warm with butter.
- You can customize with bacon, jalapeños, or sun-dried tomatoes.
- Leftovers can be stored at room temperature for 2–3 days or frozen for up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 270mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
