Here’s a cheesy quick bread that’s fast, soft, and packed with flavor—no yeast, no waiting 🧀
Cheesy Quick Bread
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp garlic powder (optional)
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or a mix)
- 1 cup milk
- ¼ cup melted butter or oil
- 1 large egg
Instructions
- Preheat oven
- 375°F (190°C).
- Grease a loaf pan or line with parchment.
- Mix dry ingredients
- In a bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, salt, and garlic powder.
- Stir in shredded cheese.
- Mix wet ingredients
- In another bowl, whisk milk, melted butter, and egg.
- Combine
- Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients.
- Stir just until combined (don’t overmix).
- Bake
- Pour batter into loaf pan.
- Bake 35–40 minutes, until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool & serve
- Let cool 10 minutes before slicing.
Easy Add-Ins
- Chopped jalapeños for a spicy kick
- Cooked bacon bits or ham
- Fresh herbs like chives or rosemary
Serving Ideas
- Serve warm with butter
- Pair with soup or chili
- Slice and toast for breakfast sandwiches
If you want, I can give you a 5-ingredient ultra-quick version, a garlic cheese pull version, or a savory herb variation—just tell me which one you want!
