A soft, cheesy, slightly spicy quick bread packed with melted cheese and flavorful green chiles. Perfect as a side dish, snack, or with soup and chili! 🌶️🍞
🛒 Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup milk
- ¼ cup melted butter
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 small can (4 oz) diced green chiles
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
🔥 Step 1: Prepare the Oven
➡️ Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
➡️ Grease a loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
🥣 Step 2: Mix Dry Ingredients
➡️ In a large bowl, combine:
- Flour
- Baking powder
- Salt
Mix well.
🧀 Step 3: Add Wet Ingredients
➡️ In another bowl, whisk together:
- Eggs
- Milk
- Melted butter
➡️ Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients.
🌶️ Step 4: Add Cheese & Chiles
➡️ Fold in:
- Shredded cheddar cheese
- Diced green chiles
➡️ Stir gently until everything is combined. Do not overmix.
🍞 Step 5: Bake
➡️ Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan.
➡️ Bake for 45–50 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
😋 Step 6: Cool & Serve
➡️ Let the bread cool for 10 minutes before slicing.
➡️ Serve warm with butter or alongside soup and chili.
💡 Tips
✅ Use pepper jack cheese for extra spice.
✅ Add corn kernels for a sweeter texture.
✅ Best served warm for maximum cheesy goodness.
❓Q/A
❓Can I make it less spicy?
➡️ Yes! Use mild green chiles and mild cheddar cheese.
❓Can I store leftovers?
➡️ Yes, keep in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
❓Can I freeze it?
➡️ Absolutely! Wrap slices tightly and freeze for up to 2 months.