Description
A delightful savory quick bread infused with sharp cheese and briny olives, perfect for brunch, snacks, or as a side dish.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 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 (green, black, or a mix, drained)
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves (or 1 teaspoon dried thyme, optional)
- 2 tablespoons butter (melted, for greasing)
Instructions
- 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, black 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. Avoid overmixing.
- Fold in the shredded cheese, olives, and thyme (if using) until evenly distributed.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread it 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
Experiment with different types of cheese and herbs to find your perfect flavor combination.
