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Herb & Cheese Quick Bread

  • Author: Nina Johnson
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 50 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
  • Yield: 1 loaf (8–10 slices) 1x
  • Category: Bread
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

Golden, fluffy, and aromatic, this Herb & Cheese Quick Bread is a savory, no-yeast loaf packed with gooey cheese and fresh herbs. Perfect for brunch, soups, or as a cozy snack, it’s easy to make and guaranteed to impress.


Ingredients

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2 cups all-purpose flour

1 tablespoon baking powder

½ teaspoon salt

1 tablespoon sugar

2 large eggs

1 cup milk

½ cup melted butter

1½ cups shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, Gruyère, or mix)

2 tablespoons chopped fresh herbs (thyme, parsley, or chives)

½ teaspoon garlic powder (optional)


Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.

2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, sugar, and garlic powder.

3. In another bowl, beat the eggs, milk, and melted butter.

4. Combine the wet and dry mixtures, stirring gently until just combined.

5. Fold in the shredded cheese and chopped herbs without overmixing.

6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.

7. Bake for 45–55 minutes or until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.

8. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.

9. Slice and enjoy warm or at room temperature.


Notes

Prep time: 15 minutes

Cook time: 50 minutes

Total time: 1 hour 5 minutes

Yield: 1 loaf (about 8–10 slices)

Category: Bread

Method: Baking

Cuisine: American

Serving size: 1 slice

Calories: 250 kcal

Sugar: 2 g

Sodium: 400 mg

Fat: 15 g

Saturated fat: 9 g

Unsaturated fat: 5 g

Trans fat: 0 g

Cholesterol: 75 mg

Carbohydrates: 20 g

Fiber: 1 g

Protein: 8 g


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 2
  • Sodium: 400
  • Fat: 15
  • Saturated Fat: 9
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 20
  • Fiber: 1
  • Protein: 8
  • Cholesterol: 75

Keywords: quick bread, cheese bread, savory loaf