Cheddar cheese quick bread is a delicious and easy-to-make savory bread that’s perfect for snacking, serving with soups, or as a side dish. Here’s a simple recipe for cheddar cheese quick bread:
Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for a bit of heat)
- 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 chopped fresh chives or green onions (optional, for added flavor and color)
Instructions:
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line a standard 9×5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and cayenne pepper. Stir to mix the dry ingredients evenly.
- Add Cheese: Add the shredded cheddar cheese to the dry ingredients and mix until the cheese is evenly coated with flour. This will help prevent the cheese from sinking to the bottom of the bread while baking.
- Whisk Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, melted butter, and eggs until well combined.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix; a few lumps are okay. If you’re using chives or green onions, fold them into the batter.
- Transfer to Loaf Pan: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread it out evenly.
- Bake: Place the loaf pan in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 45-55 minutes, or until the bread is golden brown and a toothpick or cake tester inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Slice: Allow the cheddar cheese quick bread to cool in the pan for a few minutes, then remove it from the pan and let it cool on a wire rack. Once cooled, slice and serve.
This cheddar cheese quick bread is best enjoyed warm and is a delightful addition to any meal. The cheesy, savory flavors are sure to please your taste buds.