Garlic Herb Cheddar Bread Recipe
Garlic Herb Cheddar Bread is soft, flavorful and full of cheesy goodness. This Garlic Herb Cheddar Bread Recipe is perfect for breakfast, snacks or alongside dinner.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs or fresh parsley, thyme, rosemary
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese optional topping
Instructions
Preheat oven
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan and set aside.
Mix dry ingredients
- In a large bowl, combine flour, baking powder, salt and dried herbs. Stir well.
Combine wet ingredients
- In a medium bowl, whisk melted butter, milk, eggs and minced garlic until smooth.
Add wet to dry
- Pour wet mixture into dry ingredients. Stir gently until just combined. Do not overmix.
Fold in cheddar cheese
- Add shredded cheddar cheese. Mix carefully to distribute evenly.
Prepare loaf pan
- Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan. Smooth the top with a spatula.
Optional topping
- Sprinkle Parmesan cheese or extra cheddar on top for a golden crust.
Bake the bread
- Place pan in the oven. Bake for 35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Cool the bread
- Allow bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Remove and cool completely on a wire rack.
Serve and enjoy
- Slice the bread and serve warm. Perfect with soup, salad, or as a snack.
Notes
- Use sharp cheddar for a stronger flavor.
- Add cooked bacon pieces for extra savory taste.
- Swap Italian herbs for fresh rosemary or thyme.
- Brush the top with garlic butter before baking for richer flavor.
- Avoid overbaking to keep the bread soft and moist.