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Garlic Herb and Cheese Bread Recipe Easy Baked Loaf for Beginners

Garlic Herb and Cheese Bread Recipe Easy Baked Loaf Delight

This Garlic Herb and Cheese Bread Recipe is an easy no-yeast loaf perfect for beginners, combining rich flavors in under an hour.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

For the Bread
  • 2 cups All-purpose flour Swap with gluten-free flour for a gluten-free version.
  • 1 tbsp Baking powder Check freshness for optimal results.
  • 1 tsp Salt Reduce or omit for a low-sodium option.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Fresh is ideal, garlic powder can substitute.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh herbs Parsley and chives are common; can use dried Italian herbs.
  • 1 cup Cheese (grated) Use non-prepackaged cheese like cheddar or mozzarella for best melt.
  • 1 cup Milk Dairy-free alternatives like oat milk can be used.
  • 1/4 cup Butter (melted) Olive oil serves as a great dairy-free replacement.

Equipment

  • loaf pan
  • mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a loaf pan by lining it with parchment paper or greasing it.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and fresh herbs.
  3. In a separate bowl, combine melted butter, milk, and beaten eggs until smooth.
  4. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and fold gently to combine; stir in minced garlic and grated cheese.
  5. Transfer the batter to the loaf pan, smooth the top, and bake for 45-50 minutes until golden brown.
  6. Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 6gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor and avoid overmixing to maintain a light texture.

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