Cheese Loaf
Indulge in the irresistible comfort of a homemade Cheese Loaf, a savory quick bread loaded with sharp cheddar cheese and a hint of optional garlic and fresh chives for extra flavor. Perfectly golden with a moist, tender crumb, this easy-to-make loaf comes together in just 15 minutes of prep time and bakes to perfection in under an hour. Featuring simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, baking powder, and eggs, this recipe is perfect for beginners and yields a versatile bread that pairs wonderfully with soups, salads, or your favorite spread. Whether served warm or at room temperature, this cheesy delight will quickly become a household favorite. Search no further for a flavorful bread recipe that’s both easy and crowd-pleasing!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon Baking powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 tablespoon Granulated sugar
- 2 cups Shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1.25 cups Milk
- 2 pieces Eggs
- 0.33 cup Unsalted butter, melted
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder (optional)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh chives, chopped (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a standard 9x5-inch loaf pan and set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, granulated sugar, and garlic powder if using.
Add the shredded cheddar cheese to the dry ingredients and toss until the cheese is coated in the flour mixture. This helps prevent clumping.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, eggs, and melted butter until thoroughly combined.
Gradually pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; the batter should be thick but slightly lumpy.
If using fresh chives, fold them gently into the batter at this stage.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it evenly using a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 40 to 45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Remove the loaf from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
Enjoy slices of the cheese loaf warm or at room temperature. It pairs beautifully with soups, salads, or a slather of butter.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2910 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 154.9 g | 199% | |
| Saturated Fat | 95.8 g | 479% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 812 mg | 271% | |
| Sodium | 5432 mg | 236% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 272.4 g | 99% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.4 g | 30% | |
| Total Sugars | 28.5 g | ||
| Protein | 111.1 g | 222% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.4 mcg | 27% | |
| Calcium | 2118 mg | 163% | |
| Iron | 15.9 mg | 88% | |
| Potassium | 973 mg | 21% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
