Description
This Easy Cheddar Cheese Bread is a simple and delicious savory quick bread that’s perfect as a side dish or snack. With a cheesy, flavorful crumb, it pairs well with soups, salads, or enjoyed on its own. Easy to make and even easier to enjoy!
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
Wet Ingredients:
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 large egg
- ¼ cup unsalted butter (melted)
Optional:
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon dried parsley (optional for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease/flour a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: Combine flour, baking powder, salt, sugar, and garlic powder in a bowl. Add shredded cheddar cheese and mix.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk milk, egg, and melted butter. Pour into dry ingredients, mix gently.
- Bake: Pour batter into the pan, bake for 45–50 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Let the bread cool for 10 minutes in the pan, then transfer to a wire rack. Garnish with dried parsley if desired. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add cayenne pepper or jalapeños.
- Pairs well with soups, chili, and salads.
- Leftovers can be stored at room temperature for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Bread, Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 260 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 21 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 35 mg
