Description
Salsa Bread is a deliciously savory quick bread packed with zesty salsa and melted cheddar cheese, making it an ideal side dish or snack. With simple ingredients and effortless preparation, this quick bread combines a moist texture with vibrant flavors, perfect for Mexican-inspired meals or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup salsa (drained slightly if very watery)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 eggs
- ⅓ cup vegetable oil
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it’s at the right temperature for baking the bread evenly.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Stir them together to distribute the leavening and seasoning throughout the flour base.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs, vegetable oil, and salsa together until the mixture is smooth and well blended, creating the flavorful liquid base of the bread.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry mixture and gently fold them together until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the bread tender.
- Add Cheese: Fold in the shredded cheddar cheese evenly throughout the batter to provide gooey, cheesy pockets in the bread.
- Prepare Pan and Pour Batter: Grease a loaf pan thoroughly to prevent sticking. Pour the batter into the pan, spreading it out evenly for uniform baking.
- Bake: Place the loaf pan in the preheated oven and bake for 45 to 50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, indicating the bread is fully cooked.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the bread to cool slightly in the pan before slicing. Serve warm with butter or cream cheese as desired.
Notes
- For added heat, incorporate chopped jalapeños into the batter before baking.
- Serve warm with butter or cream cheese to enhance the flavor and texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Bread / Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired