Description
Cheese, Herb & Garlic Quick Bread is a flavorful and savory quick bread that balances fluffy texture with the boldness of fresh herbs, sharp cheese, and roasted garlic. Ready in under 30 minutes, this easy-to-make bread is perfect as a snack, side dish, or centerpiece for any meal, delivering warmth and comfort in every bite.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour, sifted
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons fresh herbs (rosemary, thyme, or parsley), chopped
Wet Ingredients
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup milk
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
- 2 cloves garlic, finely minced or 1 tablespoon roasted garlic
Add-ins
- 1 cup sharp cheddar or parmesan cheese, freshly grated
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease or line a loaf pan with parchment paper to ensure easy removal of your bread once baked.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and fresh herbs until evenly distributed for consistent rise and flavor.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, beat the egg with melted butter and milk until fully combined. Stir in the minced or roasted garlic to infuse its aroma evenly throughout the dough.
- Fold in Cheese and Combine: Slowly add the wet ingredients to the dry mixture, stirring gently until just combined. Fold in the shredded or crumbled cheese carefully to distribute it evenly without overmixing.
- Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth out the top. Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean and the top is golden brown.
- Cool and Serve: Let the bread cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely or serve warm. This resting time helps set the texture for perfect slicing.
Notes
- Use freshly grated cheese for better melting and flavor compared to pre-shredded varieties.
- Do not overmix the batter to maintain a light and fluffy texture.
- Optionally toast herbs gently in butter or oil before mixing to enhance fragrance.
- Test baking powder freshness by mixing a small amount with warm water to ensure it bubbles.
- Use room temperature ingredients to improve blending and rising.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 loaf)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 55mg