Description
This Savory Cheddar and Herb Quick Bread is a moist, flavorful bread packed with sharp cheddar cheese and fragrant herbs. Perfectly tender and no-yeast, this quick bread is easy to make and ideal as a side for soups, stews, or simply served warm with butter.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh chives (or 1 tsp dried)
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (or 1 tsp dried)
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup milk
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease or line a 9×5-inch loaf pan to prevent sticking.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, chopped fresh chives, and parsley until well combined.
- Incorporate cheese: Stir the shredded sharp cheddar cheese into the dry ingredients, making sure the cheese is evenly coated with the flour mixture to prevent sinking during baking.
- Combine wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, melted unsalted butter, and large eggs until fully blended.
- Mix wet and dry: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently stir just until combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the bread tender.
- Prepare to bake: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top evenly with a spatula.
- Bake bread: Place the loaf pan in the preheated oven and bake for 45 to 55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, indicating the bread is fully baked.
- Cool and serve: Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Slice and serve warm or toasted for best flavor.
Notes
- Use sharp or extra-sharp cheddar cheese for the best rich and tangy flavor.
- You can swap the herbs depending on your preference; thyme or rosemary work wonderfully as alternatives.
- This bread tastes delicious served warm fresh from the oven or toasted the next day for a crispy finish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Breads & Baking
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
