This tangy buttermilk cheese bread is a delightful combination of tanginess from buttermilk and savory taste from cheese. It's the perfect bread to accompany a hearty soup or serve as a side dish. The bread has a crusty exterior and a soft, moist interior with pockets of melted cheese. It's easy to make and will impress your family and friends with its delicious flavor.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
- In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and baking soda.
- Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour in the buttermilk and melted butter.
- Stir until just combined. The batter will be lumpy.
- Gently fold in the shredded cheddar cheese, being careful not to overmix.
- Pour the batter into the greased loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 5 minutes.
- Transfer the bread to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
- Serve and enjoy the tangy buttermilk cheese bread!
Interesting Facts
Buttermilk is a key ingredient in this recipe as it adds moisture and tanginess to the bread.
Cheddar cheese melts beautifully in the bread, creating pockets of gooey goodness.
This bread can be enjoyed on its own or paired with soups, stews, or salads.
Leftovers can be toasted and served with butter or used as sandwich bread.
The recipe can be easily doubled if you want to make two loaves of this delicious cheese bread.