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Delicious Savory Cheese and Olive Quick Bread

Delicious Savory Cheese and Olive Quick Bread: An Easy Homemade Delight

Delicious Savory Cheese and Olive Quick Bread is a flavorful bread perfect as a snack or side dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Course Appetizer, Side Dish, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 10 slices
Calories 180 kcal

Equipment

  • loaf pan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper optional

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup whole milk for richer flavor
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • 2 large eggs

Add-ins

  • 1 cup pitted olives green, black, or a mix, drained
  • 1 cup shredded cheese cheddar, mozzarella, or a mix
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves or 1 teaspoon dried thyme (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons butter melted, or non-stick cooking spray for greasing the loaf pan

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan with melted butter or non-stick spray.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, pepper, and cayenne pepper (if using).
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, olive oil, and eggs until well combined.
  • Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined. Do not overmix.
  • Stir in the shredded cheese, olives, and thyme (if using) until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread evenly.
  • Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Let the bread cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

For a richer flavor, use whole milk instead of skim milk. Feel free to experiment with different types of cheese and olives. Sun-dried tomatoes would also be a delicious addition. If you don’t have fresh thyme, dried thyme works well too. Just use about ⅓ of the amount called for in the recipe. The bread is best served fresh, but it can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 6gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg
Keyword cheese bread, easy recipe, homemade, olive bread, quick bread, savory bread
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