Savory Buttermilk Cheddar Quick Bread
Savory Buttermilk Cheddar Quick Bread is a soft, flavorful loaf made without yeast. It combines sharp cheddar cheese and tangy buttermilk for a comforting bread that’s perfect as a side or snack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 loaf (about 10 slices)
- Category: Bread, Side Dish, Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder or dried herbs (optional)
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 1/2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and optional garlic powder or herbs.
- In another bowl, whisk together buttermilk, egg, and melted butter until well combined.
- Stir the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients just until moistened. Do not overmix.
- Fold in the shredded cheddar cheese.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 45–55 minutes, or until golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
Notes
- Do not overmix the batter to avoid dense bread.
- Use freshly shredded cheese for best melt and texture.
- Add herbs, jalapeños, bacon, or green onions for variety.
- Store at room temperature for 3 days, or refrigerate up to 5 days.
- Bread freezes well; slice before freezing for convenience.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 340mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
