Ham and Cheese Loaf
Transform your everyday baking routine with this savory Ham and Cheese Loaf, a hearty twist on traditional quick bread recipes. Packed with melty shredded cheddar cheese, tender diced ham, and a hint of optional fresh parsley, this flavorful loaf is a perfect crowd-pleaser for brunches, casual gatherings, or to enjoy as a comforting snack. Made with pantry staples like all-purpose flour and baking powder, this recipe comes together in just 20 minutes of prep time and bakes to golden perfection in under an hour. Whether served warm with a dollop of butter or on its own, this moist and cheesy loaf offers a perfect balance of salty and savory goodness. Simple, satisfying, and irresistibly delicious! Keywords: Ham and Cheese Loaf, quick bread recipe, savory loaf, cheesy bread, easy brunch recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups All-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon Baking powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 cup Unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
- 1 cup Whole milk
- 2 large Eggs
- 1.5 cups Shredded cheddar cheese
- 1.5 cups Diced ham
- 2 tablespoons Chopped parsley (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt.
Add the cold, cubed butter to the flour mixture. Use a pastry cutter, fork, or your fingers to incorporate the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the milk and eggs until fully combined.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry mixture and stir until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
Fold in the shredded cheddar cheese, diced ham, and chopped parsley (if using) until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
Transfer the batter to the prepared loaf pan, spreading it out evenly.
Place the loaf pan in the preheated oven and bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Allow the loaf to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Slice and serve as is, or with a pat of butter. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
473 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 24.1 g | 31% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.3 g | 72% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 125 mg | 42% | |
| Sodium | 1031 mg | 45% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 41.9 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.4 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.9 g | ||
| Protein | 21.1 g | 42% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 208 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 2.3 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 211 mg | 4% | |
*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.
