Description
A warm and cheesy quick bread that’s simple to make and perfect for any meal.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
- 1 cup milk (dairy or unsweetened plant milk)
- 1/4 cup melted butter (or neutral oil for dairy-free)
- 1 large egg
- Optional: 1–2 tablespoons chopped chives or parsley
- Optional: 1/4 cup cooked bacon bits
- Optional: 1/4 cup chopped jalapeño
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 tablespoon baking powder, and 1 teaspoon salt.
- Stir in 1 cup shredded cheese until evenly distributed.
- In another bowl, whisk together 1 cup milk, 1/4 cup melted butter, and 1 large egg until smooth.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix gently until just combined.
- Fold in any optional add-ins if using.
- Transfer the batter to the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 30–35 minutes until golden and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to finish cooling.
Notes
You can customize this bread with various add-ins to suit your taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American