Savory Quick Bread With Cheese And Olives
Savory Quick Bread With Cheese And Olives is the perfect addition to your culinary repertoire! This easy-to-make loaf combines melted cheese and briny olives with fragrant herbs, creating a delightful flavor explosion. Ideal for busy weeknights or as a crowd-pleasing appetizer at gatherings, this bread bakes up golden brown and fluffy. Serve it warm with a pat of butter or alongside your favorite soup for a comforting meal. With its versatility, you can enjoy it as a snack, part of a charcuterie board, or paired with salads for a complete dining experience. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this deliciously simple recipe!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8 slices 1x
- Category: Snack/Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or a mix)
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup pitted olives (drained)
- Fresh thyme leaves (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper if using.
- In another bowl, whisk the milk, olive oil, and eggs until well combined.
- Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined.
- Fold in the shredded cheese, olives, and thyme.
- Transfer batter to the prepared loaf pan and spread evenly.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes until golden brown; a toothpick should come out clean when inserted.
- Cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 75g)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 40mg