Cheddar cheese quick bread is a delicious and easy-to-make bread that’s infused with the savory flavor of cheddar cheese. It’s a great accompaniment to soups, salads, or can be enjoyed on its own as a snack or side dish. Here’s a basic recipe for making cheddar cheese quick bread:
Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper (optional, for added flavor)
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (sharp cheddar works well)
- 1 cup milk
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons fresh chives, chopped (optional, for added flavor)
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×5-inch (23×13 cm) loaf pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and black pepper (if using).
- Add the shredded cheddar cheese to the dry ingredients and toss it to coat the cheese with flour. This helps prevent the cheese from sinking to the bottom of the bread while baking.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, melted butter, and eggs until well combined.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; a few lumps are okay.
- If using fresh chives, fold them into the batter.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread it evenly.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean and the top is golden brown.
- Remove the bread from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then, transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once the cheddar cheese quick bread has cooled, you can slice it and serve. It’s delicious when warm or at room temperature.
Feel free to customize this recipe to your taste by adding herbs, spices, or even diced jalapeños for a bit of heat. Enjoy your homemade cheddar cheese quick bread!
