Easy Cheddar Cheese Quick Bread Recipe
Make this simple, moist Cheddar Cheese Quick Bread. It is a beginner-friendly recipe that bakes fast, perfect for a weeknight side or snack.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 50 min
- Total Time: 60 min
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or your favorite cheese)
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 1 cup milk
- 1 large egg
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Grease and flour a standard loaf pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Stir in the shredded cheese until it mixes evenly with the dry ingredients.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the melted butter, milk, and egg until combined.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Mix only until the ingredients are just combined. Do not overmix the batter.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
- Bake for 45 to 55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before removing it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Use sharp cheddar cheese for the strongest flavor in this savory bread recipe.
- This quick bread pairs well as a cheesy side dish with soup or chili.
- For a richer crust, brush the top of the loaf with a little melted butter halfway through baking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3
- Sodium: 350
- Fat: 13
- Saturated Fat: 8
- Unsaturated Fat: 5
- Trans Fat: 0.2
- Carbohydrates: 26
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 8
- Cholesterol: 45