Description
This savory herb and cheese quick bread is soft, cheesy, and packed with fresh herbs—a perfect side for soups, salads, or simply toasted with butter. No yeast required, making it an easy, no-fuss homemade bread!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh thyme
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh rosemary
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Stir in cheddar cheese, parsley, thyme, and rosemary until evenly combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together milk, melted butter, and eggs until smooth.
- Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and stir until just combined (don’t overmix!).
- Transfer the batter to the prepared loaf pan, spreading it evenly.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes, until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add garlic powder or onion powder to the dry ingredients.
- Use gruyère or pepper jack cheese for a twist on flavor.
- Store leftovers wrapped in plastic wrap for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
- Serve warm with butter, cream cheese, or alongside soups and salads!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45-50 minutes
- Category: Bread, Quick Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
