Savory Herb Cheese Bread (Printable Version)

Rich quick bread blended with herbs, cheese, and a tender crumb for versatile serving options.

# What You'll Need:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 2 teaspoons baking powder
03 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
04 - 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
05 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

→ Dairy & Eggs

06 - 3 large eggs
07 - 1/2 cup whole milk
08 - 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
09 - 1/3 cup olive oil
10 - 1 cup grated Gruyère cheese

→ Flavorings

11 - 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
12 - 1/4 cup chopped fresh chives
13 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
14 - 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme or 1 teaspoon dried thyme
15 - 1/2 cup pitted black olives, roughly chopped (optional)
16 - 1/2 cup diced sun-dried tomatoes (optional)

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease and line a 9x5 inch loaf pan with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and pepper.
03 - In a separate bowl, beat the eggs, then whisk in milk, yogurt, and olive oil until smooth.
04 - Add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined.
05 - Gently fold in Gruyère, Parmesan, chives, parsley, thyme, and if desired, olives and sun-dried tomatoes without overmixing.
06 - Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the surface evenly.
07 - Bake for 35 to 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean and the top is golden brown.
08 - Allow to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely prior to slicing.

# Expert Insights:

01 -
  • It's the perfect secret weapon for unexpected guests, baking up fresh and flavorful so quickly.
  • This bread strikes the wonderful balance of rich cheese with fresh herbs, making it a newfound favorite anytime of year.
02 -
  • Don't overmix the batter; a few lumps keep the bread tender instead of tough.
  • Adding herbs last and folding gently preserves their fresh flavor and pretty flecks throughout.
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  • Make sure your baking powder and baking soda are fresh for the best rise and texture.
  • The secret to perfect crumb is gentle folding and not overmixing the batter.

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