Here’s a soft, cheesy, and slightly savory cheddar cheese bread recipe — perfect for sandwiches, soup, or snacking.
🧀 Cheddar Cheese Bread
Ingredients (Makes 1 loaf)
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese (plus extra for topping)
- 1 cup milk
- 1/4 cup melted butter (plus extra for brushing)
- 2 large eggs
Instructions
1️⃣ Preheat
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line with parchment paper.
2️⃣ Mix Dry Ingredients
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, salt, and baking powder.
- Stir in shredded cheddar.
3️⃣ Mix Wet Ingredients
- In another bowl, whisk milk, melted butter, and eggs.
4️⃣ Combine
- Pour wet ingredients into dry and stir until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
5️⃣ Bake
- Pour batter into prepared loaf pan.
- Sprinkle extra cheddar on top.
- Bake 45–50 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
6️⃣ Cool & Serve
- Let cool 10–15 minutes before slicing.
- Serve warm or at room temperature.
Tips & Variations
- Herbs: Add 1–2 tsp dried thyme, rosemary, or chives for extra flavor.
- Spicy: Fold in 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper or diced jalapeños.
- Cheese mix: Combine cheddar with Monterey Jack or Gruyère for richer flavor.
- Brush the top with melted butter immediately after baking for a soft, shiny crust.
If you want, I can also give you a quick no-yeast cheddar cheese bread that’s super easy and doesn’t require rising time.
Do you want me to do that version?
