Cheese Bread
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 1/4 cups buttermilk
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter melted
- 2 large eggs
Substitutions and Add-Ins:
- Use Greek yogurt thinned with milk if you don’t have buttermilk.
- Try Monterey Jack gouda, or pepper jack for a different flavor.
- Add chopped jalapeños olives, or sun-dried tomatoes for a twist.
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat and Prepare
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and lightly flour a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
Step 2: Mix Dry Ingredients
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, garlic powder, oregano, and thyme.
Step 3: Add the Cheese
- Stir in the cheddar, mozzarella, and Parmesan until evenly distributed in the flour mixture.
- Tip: Tossing the cheese in the flour helps keep it from sinking.
Step 4: Combine Wet Ingredients
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, melted butter, and eggs until smooth.
Step 5: Mix Together
- Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients. Gently fold until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Tip: The batter will be thick. Stir just until no dry streaks remain.
Step 6: Bake
- Transfer the batter to the prepared loaf pan. Smooth the top.
- Bake for 45–50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean and the top is golden brown.
Step 7: Cool and Slice
- Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Tip: Letting it cool completely makes slicing much easier.
Notes
- Cool Completely Before Slicing: Prevents crumbling and helps texture set.
- Don’t Overmix: Mix just until combined for a tender crumb.
- Freshly Grated Cheese: Melts better than pre-shredded.
- Add a Topping: Sprinkle extra cheese on top before baking for a cheesy crust.