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Cheese Bread Recipe

4.5 from 149 reviews

This easy and delicious Cheese Bread recipe combines a blend of cheddar, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheeses with aromatic herbs and spices for a savory quick bread. Perfect for snacks, sides, or a comforting addition to any meal, this bread is moist, cheesy, and full of flavor, baked to golden perfection in just under an hour.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme

Cheese

  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 1/4 cups buttermilk
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 large eggs

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan to prepare for baking.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, garlic powder, dried oregano, and dried thyme to evenly combine the seasonings and leavening agents.
  3. Add Cheeses: Stir in the shredded cheddar, shredded mozzarella, and grated Parmesan cheeses to the dry ingredients, ensuring the cheese is well distributed throughout the mixture.
  4. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, melted unsalted butter, and eggs until the mixture is smooth and well blended.
  5. Mix Wet and Dry Ingredients: Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the bread light and tender.
  6. Prepare for Baking: Pour the batter into the greased loaf pan, spreading it evenly to fill the pan.
  7. Bake: Place the loaf pan in the preheated oven and bake for 45 to 50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the bread comes out clean.
  8. Cool: Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then transfer it to a cooling rack to cool completely before slicing.
  9. Serve: Slice and serve the cheese bread warm or at room temperature as a tasty snack or side dish.

Notes

  • Do not overmix the batter to ensure a light and fluffy texture.
  • Use freshly shredded cheeses for the best melting and flavor.
  • You can substitute buttermilk with milk plus 1 tablespoon lemon juice or vinegar, left to sit for 5 minutes.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days, or freeze for longer storage.
  • Additional herbs such as rosemary or chives can be added for extra flavor.

Keywords: Cheese Bread, Quick Bread, Cheesy Bread, Savory Bread, Easy Bread Recipe, Baking, Side Dish, Snack