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Cheddar Cheese Bread Recipe

Published: Feb 24, 2021 Β· Modified: Oct 4, 2022 by Katie Β· This post may contain affiliate links

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Three slices of bread resting on a cutting board on a cloth.
Three buttered slices of bread from a loaf with text on image for Pinterest.
Top view of a loaf of bread with three slices cut with butter and logo on right corner of photo.
Four photos: top three photos of the process of making bread dough, the bottom of sliced bread split by text for Pinterest.
Three buttered slices of bread from a loaf with text on image for Pinterest.
Four photos: Top of sliced bread from a loaf and bottom three of process of making dough split by text on image.

This Cheddar Cheese Bread recipe is considered a savory quick bread as it does not require any yeast. Best of all you were have a fresh baked loaf of bread in about an hours time.

Three slices of bread cut from a loaf with dinner in the background.

Before I was confident in the kitchen with baking with yeast I found myself making all sorts of quick yeast-free breads. This Cheddar Cheese Bread is one of those recipes as well as my beer bread recipe. I’ve found that most “breads” that do not require yeast are dense. Yet most of the times they are still moist but a thick bread. How I imagine bread was back in the 1700’s when yeast was not readily available. This bread is perfect to pair with a hearty soup or stew or Sunday roast. For all of you scared of yeast… this is the perfect yeast-free bread recipe for you!

Table of contents

  • Ingredients
  • Directions
  • FAQs
  • Quick Bread Tips & Tricks
  • Bread Recipes

Ingredients

Ingredients: Flour, buttermilk, shredded cheddar, baking soda, salt, and butter.
  • All Purpose Flour – For this recipe you will not use self-rising you will only use all purpose flour. I have not tested a white wheat or whole wheat flour for this recipe.
  • Salt – A little salt will cut the acidity of the buttermilk.
  • Baking Soda – This is what helps it rise. Do not get this confused for Baking Powder.
  • Butter – You’ll need the butter to place into the slits you’ll cut inside the bread before baking.
  • Cheddar Cheese – I have found that for a more flavorful bread you will want to use a block of cheddar and hand shred the cheese. The pre-packaged shredded cheese is not nearly as flavorful.
  • Buttermilk – The acidity of buttermilk works its magic in this yeast free bread.

Directions

Three photos of the process of making no yeast bread dought in a yellow KitchenAid stand mixer.
  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Using cooking spray, grease one 7×9 loaf pan.
  • In a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment. Place all the dry ingredients in the bowl (flour, salt and baking soda). Mix with a paddle attachment for 20 seconds on speed 2 until incorporated. Add two tablespoons butter into the flour mixture. Mix on speed 2 for 30 seconds to 1 minute until well incorporated (it should look like sand).
  • Add the cheese; and mix until just coated. Then add the buttermilk and mix until the bread starts to come together about 30 seconds to 1 minute.
Top view of raw dough cut in with butter in a loaf pan.
  • Pour batter into the loaf pan; smooth the top.
  • Cut a shallow cross across the top of the loaf. Thinly slice the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter. Place the butter in the cuts in each loaf. Bake until the top is browned and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, 30-35 minutes (depending on your oven).
  • Let the bread cool in the pan for at least 30 minutes. Then using a plate invert the bread to remove it from the pan. Slice the bread and serve.

FAQs

Loaf of bread on a wood cutting board with three buttered slices.
Does this bread recipe need yeast?

No, their is no yeast needed to make this Cheddar Cheese Bread recipe. All you will need is a little bit of baking soda and buttermilk.

How many servings does this bread recipe make?

This recipe quick bread recipe yields about 10 slices using a 7×9 loaf pan. Depending on how thick or thin you cut the bread will depend on how many slices. Could range any where from 8-12 slices.

Does cheese bread need to be refrigerated?

I’m sure the first thing you might be wondering is if you should refrigerate the cheese bread. Although this recipe does include dairy and eggs, they are fully cooked. It’s never recommended to refrigerate any bread or pastry of sorts. Store in an airtight bag for up to 3 days in a dry cool place. This recipe is so good, that it won’t last that long!

Quick Bread Tips & Tricks

Close up of three buttered slices of bread on a wood cutting board sitting on a green cloth.

Here are a few of my favorite tips and tricks I’ve found helpful when making this recipe.

  • Servings – This recipe yields about 10 slices for a 7×9 loaf pan.
  • Cheese – Love cheese? Feel free to add in an additional cup of cheese to the mixture for an extra cheesy bread.
  • Cooking Times – All ovens vary. Cooking times may vary because of this.
  • How to check bread is done – Use an Instant read thermometer, stick the probe into the bread. The bread internal temperature should read 200 degrees Fahrenheit. That is how you will know it is cooked through.

Bread Recipes

Top view of a loaf of bread with three buttered slices.

If you love bread, you’ll love these other bread recipes.

  • Monkey Bread Recipe
  • Blueberry Muffin Bread
  • Chipotle Cheddar and Bacon No-Knead Bread
  • Cinnamon Raisin Bread
  • No-Knead Crusty White Bread

If you make this cheddar cheese bread recipe, I would be honored and love for you to take the time to leave a star rating and comment! I spend hours developing and testing these recipes, and always love to hear feedback and user experience!

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Three slices of bread cut from a loaf with dinner in the background.

Cheddar Cheese Bread Recipe

This Cheddar Cheese Bread recipe is considered a savory quick bread as it does not require any yeast. Best of all you were have a fresh baked loaf of bread in about an hours time.
5 from 1 vote
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Course: Bread
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Resting Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 10
Calories: 250kcal
Author: Katie

Equipment

  • KitchenAid Stand Mixer
  • Oven

Ingredients

  • 3-½ cups All Purpose flour
  • 1-½ teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Baking soda
  • 3 tablespoon Butter softened
  • ¾ cups Sharp cheddar coarsely shredded
  • 1-¾ cups Buttermilk

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Using cooking spray, grease one 7×9 loaf pan.
  • In a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment. Place all the dry ingredients in the bowl (flour, salt and baking soda). Mix with a paddle attachment for 20 seconds on speed 2 until incorporated. Add two tablespoons butter into the flour mixture. Mix on speed 2 for 30 seconds to 1 minute until well incorporated (it should look like sand).
  • Add the cheese; and mix until just coated. Then add the buttermilk and mix until the bread starts to come together about 30 seconds to 1 minute.
  • Pour batter into the loaf pan; smooth the top.
  • Cut a shallow cross across the top of the loaf. Thinly slice the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter. Place the butter in the cuts in each loaf. Bake until the top is browned and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, 30-35 minutes (depending on your oven).
  • Let the bread cool in the pan for at least 30 minutes. Then using a plate invert the bread to remove it from the pan. Slice the bread and serve.

Notes

  • Servings – This recipe yields about 10 slices for a 7×9 loaf pan.
  • Cheese – Love cheese? Feel free to add in an additional cup of cheese to the mixture for an extra cheesy bread.
  • Cooking Times – All ovens vary. Cooking times may vary because of this.
  • How to check bread is done – Use an Instant read thermometer, stick the probe into the bread. The bread internal temperature should read 200 degrees Fahrenheit. That is how you will know it is cooked through.

Nutrition

Serving: 32g | Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 36g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 23mg | Sodium: 586mg | Potassium: 113mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 259IU | Calcium: 117mg | Iron: 2mg
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Comments

  1. Rj

    May 02, 2020 at 5:35 am

    Can you use yogurt instead of buttermilk?

    Reply
    • Katie

      May 04, 2020 at 4:43 pm

      Hi RJ, I’ve never tried yogurt. However, if you don’t have buttermilk on hand you can make your own. So for instance if you need 1 cup of buttermilk you use 1 cup of milk + 1 tbsp lemon juice or vinegar! Let it sit for a few minutes and then use it for the recipe!

  2. Kelly Senyei (Just a Taste)

    March 06, 2013 at 2:42 pm

    Oh my heavens! This looks so moist and flavorful. What I’d give for a thick slice right this minute…

    Reply
    • Katie

      March 07, 2013 at 7:08 am

      Thanks Kelly!

  3. Rachel @ Baked by Rachel

    March 05, 2013 at 2:43 pm

    Mmmm I’m in! You know I’m a carboholic πŸ™‚

    Reply
    • Katie

      March 06, 2013 at 11:37 am

      Rachel I know!!! So good for not being a yeast-filled bread!

  4. Stephanie @ Eat. Drink. Love.

    March 04, 2013 at 9:27 pm

    Bread and cheddar cheese, such a perfect combo!

    Reply
    • Katie

      March 06, 2013 at 11:38 am

      Agree.. I have thought about adding some herbs to this bread the next time I make it or even some bacon! πŸ™‚

  5. Robin @ Simply Southern Baking

    March 04, 2013 at 8:00 pm

    This looks awesome Katie! I’m not a yeast bread maker myself…unless it’s in the bread machine.

    Reply
    • Katie

      March 06, 2013 at 11:39 am

      Robin you’ll love making this bread then!

  6. addie | culicurious

    March 04, 2013 at 1:09 pm

    This looks great! I have a similar cheddar beer bread recipe that people really liked. I guess you can’t beat cheese and bread in one convenient package πŸ™‚ πŸ™‚

    Reply
    • Katie

      March 06, 2013 at 11:39 am

      You got it Addie!

  7. Kayle (The Cooking Actress)

    March 04, 2013 at 1:02 pm

    Ahhh the melty butter!!! Ahhh cheesy carby goodnesss

    Reply
    • Katie

      March 06, 2013 at 11:39 am

      ha ha thanks Kayle!

  8. Ashley

    March 04, 2013 at 10:11 am

    Dying over the melty butter picture!!! Yum!!!

    Reply

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