Here’s a tasty, cheesy Cheddar Bread recipe — soft, flavorful, and perfect as a side or for sandwiches.
🧀 Cheddar Bread
Ingredients (Makes 1 loaf)
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder (optional)
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional for extra flavor)
- 1 1/4 cups milk
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
- 1 large egg
Instructions
1️⃣ Preheat Oven
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
2️⃣ Mix Dry Ingredients
- In a large bowl, combine flour, baking powder, salt, garlic powder, and cheddar cheese.
- Stir in Parmesan if using.
3️⃣ Mix Wet Ingredients
- In another bowl, whisk milk, melted butter, and egg until smooth.
4️⃣ Combine
- Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients.
- Stir gently until just combined — don’t overmix.
- Batter will be slightly thick.
5️⃣ Bake
- Pour batter into prepared loaf pan.
- Bake 45–50 minutes, until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let cool 10–15 minutes before slicing.
Tips & Variations
- Extra cheesy: Fold in 1/2 cup more shredded cheddar into batter.
- Add herbs: Chopped chives, rosemary, or thyme pair well with cheddar.
- Spicy twist: Add 1/2 tsp cayenne or diced jalapeños.
- Cheesy topping: Sprinkle extra cheddar on top before baking for a golden crust.
If you want, I can also give you a quick skillet cheddar bread recipe that’s soft inside with a crunchy cheesy crust in under 30 minutes.
