Description
This Cheese, Herb & Garlic Quick Bread is a savory delight that is perfect for any occasion. Filled with flavorful herbs, garlic, and gooey cheese, this no-yeast bread is easy to make and pairs well with soups, salads, or enjoyed on its own.
Ingredients
Scale
Cheese & Herb Mixture:
- 200 grams (7 ounces) cheese (such as cheddar or tasty), sliced
- 2 tbsp fresh rosemary, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley leaves, finely chopped
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp dried thyme
- 2 garlic cloves, crushed or grated
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 tsp cooking salt or kosher salt
Bread Batter:
- 2 1/4 cups plain flour
- 1 tsp baking soda (or 3 1/2 tsp baking powder)
- 3/4 tsp cooking salt or kosher salt
- 1/2 cup plain yogurt
- 3/4 cup full-fat milk
- 2 large eggs
- 50g (3 1/2 tbsp) unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 small garlic cloves, crushed or grated
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and prepare a loaf pan.
- Prepare the herb mixture: Combine rosemary, parsley, oregano, thyme, garlic, olive oil, and salt.
- Mix the dry ingredients: Combine flour, baking soda, and salt in a bowl.
- Whisk wet ingredients: Mix yogurt, milk, eggs, butter, olive oil, and garlic in a separate bowl.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients: Mix until just combined.
- Layer the batter: Alternate batter, herb mixture, and cheese slices in the loaf pan.
- Bake the bread: Bake for 30 minutes, then cover with foil and bake for an additional 20 minutes.
- Cool and serve: Allow to cool before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Cheese can be substituted with your favorite melting cheese.
- Adjust herb quantities to suit your taste preferences.
- Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for best results.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Global
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: Cheese Bread, Herb Bread, Garlic Bread, Quick Bread Recipe
