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Savory Cheese & Herb Quick Bread - Easy, Flavor-Packed Loaf for Any Meal

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 10 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups (250 g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar (optional, but recommended)
  • 1 cup (115 g) shredded sharp cheddar
  • 1/2 cup (55 g) grated Parmesan
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (or dill, thyme, or a mix)
  • 1 cup (240 ml) buttermilk (see Alternatives for a sub)
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) neutral oil (canola, vegetable, or light olive oil)
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard (optional, for depth)
  • Flaky salt or extra cheese for topping (optional)

Method
 

  1. Preheat and prep the pan. Heat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan and line it with a parchment sling for easy removal.
  2. Mix the dry ingredients. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, garlic powder, black pepper, and sugar until well combined.
  3. Add the cheese and herbs. Toss in the shredded cheddar, Parmesan, chives, and parsley. Stir to coat them lightly with the flour mixture. This helps prevent clumping and sinking.
  4. Whisk the wet ingredients. In a separate bowl, whisk buttermilk, eggs, oil, and Dijon until smooth.
  5. Combine without overmixing. Pour the wet mixture into the dry. Use a spatula to fold just until no dry spots remain. The batter will be thick and slightly lumpy—this is good.
  6. Fill the pan. Scrape the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Smooth the top and, if you like, sprinkle a little extra cheddar or flaky salt over the surface.
  7. Bake. Bake for 45–55 minutes, until the top is deeply golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs (no wet batter).
  8. Cool properly. Let the bread rest in the pan for 10 minutes, then lift it out and cool on a rack for at least 30 minutes before slicing. This helps it set and slice cleanly.
  9. Serve. Slice thick and serve warm with butter, olive oil, or a swipe of grainy mustard. It’s also great alongside salads, soups, and eggs.