Description
A flavorful, tender quick bread filled with sharp cheese, briny olives, and aromatic herbs perfect as a snack or alongside soups and salads.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp dried oregano or Italian herbs
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 3/4 cup milk or buttermilk
- 1 cup shredded cheddar or Gruyère cheese
- 1/2 cup chopped pitted olives (green, black, or mixed)
Instructions
- 1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a loaf pan with parchment paper or grease well.
- 2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and herbs.
- 3. In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs, olive oil, and milk until smooth.
- 4. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir just until combined.
- 5. Fold in the shredded cheese and chopped olives evenly.
- 6. Transfer the batter to the loaf pan and smooth the top.
- 7. Bake for 40–50 minutes or until golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- 8. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool before slicing.
Notes
- Use a strong cheese like Gruyère or sharp cheddar for the best flavor.
- Add-ins such as sun-dried tomatoes or chopped roasted peppers work well.
- This bread tastes even better the next day once the flavors meld.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 310mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: savory bread, cheese bread, olive loaf, quick bread