Quick Cheese and Pepper Bread

Packed with bold flavor and ready in just 45 minutes, this Quick Cheese and Pepper Bread is the ultimate savory loaf for busy days. Featuring a blend of sharp cheese—think cheddar, mozzarella, or your favorite shredded variety—and the warm kick of cracked black pepper, this recipe strikes the perfect balance between cheesy goodness and zesty heat. With no yeast or proofing required, this one-bowl wonder comes together in minutes using pantry staples like all-purpose flour, milk, and a hint of melted butter for extra richness. Perfect as a snack, side dish, or appetizer, enjoy it warm with a smear of butter or alongside soups and salads. This easy-to-make cheese bread is bound to be your new go-to for quick comfort food!

Nutriscore Rating: 48/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon cracked black pepper
• 1.5 cups shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or your preference)
• 1 cup milk
• 1 large egg
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a standard 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, sugar, salt, and cracked black pepper.

Step 3

Stir in the shredded cheese until it is evenly distributed throughout the flour mixture.

Step 4

In a separate bowl or measuring cup, whisk together the milk, egg, and melted butter until well combined.

Step 5

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently with a spatula or wooden spoon just until combined. Do not overmix—the batter should be thick and slightly lumpy.

Step 6

Transfer the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it out evenly.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the bread is golden brown on top and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 8

Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool further.

Step 9

Slice and serve warm or at room temperature. Enjoy it plain or with butter or your favorite spread!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	791.1 grams (791.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2204

Total Fat 115.50g	148%
Saturated Fat 70.60g	353%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.10g
Cholesterol 546mg	182%
Sodium 5000mg	217%
Total Carbohydrate 213.50g	78%
Dietary Fiber 7.10g	25%
Total Sugars 16.80g
Protein 82.20g	164%

Vitamin D 197IU	986%
Calcium 1587mg	122%
Iron 13mg	73%
Potassium 868mg	18%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 46.8%

Protein: 14.8%

Carbs: 38.4%