Description

This Cheese Herb & Garlic Quick Bread is a savory, flavorful loaf that’s perfect for when you crave homemade bread but don’t want the fuss of yeast. It’s loaded with melty cheese, fresh herbs, and plenty of garlic, making it amazing served warm with soup, sliced for a snack, or alongside your favorite meal. With a simple mix-and-bake method, anyone can whip up this bread in under an hour!

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Wet Ingredients

1 cup whole milk
1/4 cup olive oil (or melted butter)
2 large eggs

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1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (or a mix of favorite cheeses)
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives (optional)
1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs (optional)

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Instructions

Preheat and Prep Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan with butter or nonstick spray, and line with parchment paper for easy removal.
Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and black pepper until well combined and uniform.
Whisk Wet Ingredients: In another bowl or large measuring jug, beat the eggs lightly, then whisk in the milk and olive oil (or melted butter) until the mixture is smooth.
Combine and Add Flavorings: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Add the shredded cheese, minced garlic, and chopped herbs. Gently fold everything together with a spatula or large spoon until just combined—do not overmix; some lumps are fine.
Transfer and Bake: Scoop the batter into your prepared loaf pan, spreading evenly. Optionally, sprinkle extra cheese and herbs on top for a pretty golden crust. Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Cool and Serve: Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then turn it out onto a wire rack to cool slightly. Slice and serve warm or at room temperature—enjoy!

Notes

Don’t overmix the batter, or your bread may turn out dense instead of light and fluffy.
You can use a variety of cheeses—sharp cheddar, mozzarella, Gruyere, or even feta work well.
This bread stores well: wrap tightly and keep at room temperature up to 2 days, or refrigerate for up to 5.
Freeze slices for future snacks; just defrost and warm before enjoying.
Feel free to swap in your favorite fresh herbs or dried Italian seasoning.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (1/10 loaf)
Calories: 220
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 330mg
Fat: 11g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 23g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 7g
Cholesterol: 45mg