Description
Easy Cheddar Cheese Bread is a quick and savory recipe packed with sharp cheddar flavor and a rich, moist texture. Perfect as a side dish, snack, or breakfast treat, this no-yeast bread is easy to make and requires simple pantry staples.
Ingredients
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tbsp baking powder
½ tsp baking soda
1 tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
1½ cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1 cup buttermilk
½ cup plain Greek yogurt or sour cream
1 large egg
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and pepper.
- Add Butter and Cheese: Pour in melted butter, stirring until crumbly. Mix in shredded cheddar.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk buttermilk, yogurt, and egg until smooth.
- Mix Batter: Fold wet ingredients into dry mixture gently; do not overmix.
- Bake: Transfer batter to loaf pan. Bake for 45-55 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Cool for 10-15 minutes in the pan, then transfer to a wire rack. Slice and enjoy.
Notes
For substitutions, use any cheese like Gruyère or Monterey Jack.
Herbs or spices such as rosemary or cayenne can enhance the flavor.
Buttermilk substitute: Mix 1 cup milk with 1 tbsp lemon juice or vinegar.
- Prep Time: 15-20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45-55 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 10 slices
- Calories: 220 kcal
