Description
A savory, bakery-style quick bread packed with gooey cheese and briny olives — perfect for brunch, snacks, or a cozy side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt (adjust if cheese or olives are very salty)
- 2 large eggs
- ¾ cup milk or buttermilk
- ¼ cup olive oil (or melted butter)
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar (or mix of cheeses)
- ¾ cup chopped pitted olives (black, green, or mixed)
- Optional: 1 tsp chopped fresh rosemary or thyme
- Optional: ¼ tsp black pepper or chili flakes
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line with parchment.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat eggs, milk, and olive oil together.
- Pour wet mixture into dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Gently fold in cheese, olives, and any optional herbs or spices.
- Pour batter into prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 40–50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
Notes
Mix only until ingredients are just combined for a tender loaf. Let the bread cool before slicing to avoid a soggy texture. Use bold cheeses and well-drained olives for the best flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: quick bread, cheese bread, olive bread, savory bread, no yeast bread