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Cheddar Quick Bread

Cheddar Quick Bread: Cheesy Comfort in Every Slice

Indulge in Cheddar Quick Bread, a simple yet delicious recipe perfect for any meal, packed with cheesy goodness and quick to prepare.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bread
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Can use whole wheat flour as an alternative.
  • 1 tablespoon Baking Powder No substitutions necessary.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Works with buttermilk for leavening.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Consider using sea salt for extra flavor.
  • 6 ounces Sharp Cheddar Cheese Freshly grated for best flavor.
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Can substitute with olive oil for a dairy-free option.
  • 2 large Eggs Binds the ingredients together.
  • 1 cup Full-Fat Buttermilk Can substitute with plain yogurt or regular milk mixed with vinegar.

Equipment

  • Loaf pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and butter a standard loaf pan, dusting it with flour.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt, then fold in cheddar cheese.
  3. Melt butter and cool slightly, whisk in eggs and buttermilk until well combined.
  4. Pour wet mixture into dry ingredients and fold together until just combined.
  5. Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading evenly and adding extra cheddar on top.
  6. Bake for about 50 minutes, until golden brown and a toothpick comes out with slightly moist crumbs.
  7. Let cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. Slice and serve warm, best with soups or slathered in butter.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 400IUCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, always use freshly grated sharp cheddar and check for doneness wisely using a toothpick.

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