Green Chile Cheese Bread
A savory quick bread with spicy green chiles and melted cheese, ideal as a flavorful side, snack, or accompaniment to soups and salads.
Equipment
- 1 loaf pan greased or lined with parchment
- 1 large bowl for mixing dry ingredients
- 1 separate bowl for mixing wet ingredients
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 to 2 teaspoons sugar optional
- 1 to 2 green chiles diced (mild or hot)
- 1 1/2 to 2 cups shredded cheese cheddar, Monterey Jack, or blend
- 1 to 1 1/4 cups milk adjust as needed
- 2 large eggs beaten
- 2 to 3 tablespoons melted butter or oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375 °F and prepare a loaf pan by greasing or lining with parchment.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and optional sugar.
- Add diced green chiles and most of the shredded cheese to the dry ingredients, reserving some cheese for topping.
- In a separate bowl, combine milk, beaten eggs, and melted butter until smooth.
- Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined, avoiding overmixing.
- Transfer batter to the prepared loaf pan and sprinkle reserved cheese on top.
- Bake for 45 to 55 minutes until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean and the top is golden.
- Allow bread to cool in the pan for a few minutes before slicing. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- Use sharp cheddar for bold flavor or Monterey Jack for creamier melt.
- Try roasted Hatch chiles or canned green chiles for convenience.
- Adjust chile quantity to control spice level.
- Great served alongside soups, chili, or as a standalone snack.