Jalapeño Cheddar Bread
A delightful loaf combining spicy jalapeños and creamy cheddar cheese, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
For the bread
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt Balances flavor
- 1 teaspoon onion powder Adds depth of flavor
- 1 finely diced jalapeño For spiciness
- 2 large eggs At room temperature
- 1 cup milk At room temperature
- 1/2 cup melted butter Cool slightly before adding
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese Adds richness
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese For a salty finish
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, sugar, salt, and onion powder until well mixed.
- In another bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk until frothy.
- Stir in the melted butter to the egg and milk mixture.
- Pour the egg mixture into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
- Gently fold in the cheddar, Parmesan, and jalapeño.
- Transfer the batter to the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
Baking
- Bake for 40-45 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let the bread cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
For extra heat, you can add seeds from the jalapeño or use pepper jack cheese. Ensure ingredients are at room temperature for the best blend.