Classic choice 🧀🍞 Here’s a simple, reliable Cheddar Cheese Quick Bread—no yeast, no waiting, just mix and bake.
Cheddar Cheese Quick Bread
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 Tbsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp sugar (optional)
- 1½ cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup milk (or buttermilk for extra tenderness)
- ¼ cup vegetable oil or melted butter
- 1 large egg
Instructions
- Heat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Grease a loaf pan. - In a large bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, salt, pepper, and sugar.
- Stir in shredded cheddar.
- In another bowl, whisk milk, oil (or butter), and egg.
- Add wet ingredients to dry and mix just until combined
(lumps are fine—overmixing makes it tough). - Pour batter into pan and smooth the top.
- Bake 45–50 minutes, until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool 10 minutes, then slice.
Tips & Variations
- 🧀 Use sharp cheddar for best flavor
- 🌶️ Add jalapeños for a kick
- 🧄 Garlic powder or chives = great upgrade
- 🥓 Fold in cooked bacon bits
- 🧈 Brush top with melted butter after baking
Perfect with soup, chili, eggs, or just warm with butter 😄
Want a skillet version, extra-moist buttermilk swap, or gluten-free option?
