Description
Cheese Herb Garlic Quick Bread is a savory, flavorful bread that’s easy to make and packed with melted cheese, fragrant herbs, and garlic. Perfect for a snack, side dish, or serving with soups.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 cup grated cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or your choice)
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped (or 1 tablespoon dried parsley)
- 1 cup milk
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 large egg
- 2 cloves garlic, minced (or 1 teaspoon garlic powder)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (for greasing the pan)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan with olive oil or line it with parchment paper.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, garlic powder, oregano, and thyme until well combined.
- Add cheese and herbs: Stir in the grated cheese and fresh parsley (or dried parsley). Ensure the cheese and herbs are evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- Mix wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, melted butter, and egg until smooth. Add the minced garlic and mix.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; a few lumps are fine.
- Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. Bake for 35-40 minutes or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool and serve: Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely. Slice and serve warm.
Notes
- Cheese options: You can use mozzarella, gouda, or Parmesan for different flavors. For a stronger cheese flavor, try blue cheese or sharp cheddar.
- Spicy version: Add red pepper flakes or jalapeños for a spicy kick.
- Extra garlic: Add more garlic for an intense flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35-40 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
