cheddar cheese quick bread
Cheddar cheese quick bread is a delightful treat! Here’s a simple recipe for you:
Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup milk
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 egg, beaten
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives or green onions (optional)
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line a loaf pan with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until it’s evenly distributed in the flour mixture.
- In another bowl, combine the milk, melted butter, beaten egg, and chopped chives or green onions if using.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Gently fold and mix until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; it’s okay if there are a few lumps.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it evenly.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean and the top is golden brown.
- Once baked, remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10-15 minutes. Then, transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
Enjoy your homemade cheddar cheese quick bread as a savory snack or as a side with soups, salads, or your favorite meals!
