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Spicy Kick & Cheesy Goodness: Easy Jalapeño Cheddar Quick Bread

This Jalapeño Cheddar Quick Bread is a total game-changer. It's the perfect blend of cheesy, spicy, and utterly delicious, and the best part? It's incredibly easy and quick to whip up. Seriously, you can go from pantry staples to a golden-brown loaf of happiness in under an hour.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Servings 10 slices

Equipment

  • 9x5 inch loaf pan Greased and floured
  • Large bowl
  • Small bowl
  • Whisk
  • Wooden skewer or toothpick
  • Wire rack

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 4 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 6 ounces shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1 jalapeño pepper, minced (or to taste)
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 cup milk
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease and flour a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, sugar, garlic powder, and salt.
    2 cups all-purpose flour
  • Stir in shredded cheddar cheese and minced jalapeño into the dry ingredients.
    2 cups all-purpose flour
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg, milk, and melted butter.
    2 cups all-purpose flour
  • Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
    2 cups all-purpose flour
  • Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread evenly.
  • Bake for 40-50 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then invert onto a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

This recipe is fantastic as is, but it's also a wonderful canvas for your own creativity! You can swap cheeses, adjust the heat level with jalapeños or chilies, add fresh herbs, corn, or bacon.