Description
A quick, flavorful no-yeast bread loaded with cheddar cheese and fresh herbs crispy outside, soft inside, and ready in under an hour!
Ingredients
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking soda
½ tsp salt
1 cup grated sharp cheddar cheese
2 tbsp chopped fresh herbs (chives, thyme, parsley)
1 cup buttermilk or milk + lemon juice substitute
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Whisk flour, baking soda, and salt in a large bowl.
3. Add cheddar cheese and herbs; mix well.
4. Pour in buttermilk and stir until just combined.
5. Shape into a round loaf and score a cross on top.
6. Bake for 30–35 minutes until golden and hollow-sounding.
7. Cool for 10 minutes before slicing.
Notes
Avoid overmixing for a tender crumb.
Store in foil at room temperature for up to 2 days.
Freeze slices for up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: Cheddar and Herb Soda Bread, no-yeast bread, homemade bread