Description
Mouthwatering Brazilian cheese bread whisks hungry souls straight to São Paulo’s bustling streets. Crispy exterior and gooey center invite warm memories of comfort and culinary passion for anyone craving authentic Brazilian flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
Cheese
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Main Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
Seasonings and Herbs
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
Instructions
- Thoroughly prepare the kitchen workspace and gather all necessary utensils for creating a flavorful cheese bread.
- Activate the oven to 350°F (175°C), ensuring precise temperature for optimal baking results.
- Generously coat a 9×5-inch loaf pan with cooking spray or butter to prevent sticking.
- Combine all dry ingredients in a spacious mixing bowl, using a whisk to eliminate potential clumping and create a uniform mixture.
- Incorporate the cheddar, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheeses into the dry ingredient mixture, gently folding to distribute evenly throughout.
- In a separate vessel, vigorously blend buttermilk, melted butter, and eggs until the liquid components form a smooth, cohesive mixture.
- Create the bread batter by gradually introducing the wet ingredients into the dry ingredient mixture, stirring with controlled movements to maintain a light texture.
- Cease mixing the moment ingredients are integrated, allowing for a few small lumps to remain for optimal bread consistency.
- Transfer the prepared batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the surface with a spatula to ensure uniform distribution.
- Position the pan in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 45-50 minutes, monitoring for a golden-brown exterior and checking doneness with a toothpick.
- Once baked, remove the bread from the oven and allow it to rest within the pan for 10 minutes, enabling initial cooling and structural stabilization.
- Carefully extract the bread from the pan and place on a cooling rack, permitting complete cooling before slicing.
- Serve the cheese bread at an ideal temperature – either warm or room temperature – as a delectable accompaniment to soups, salads, or pasta dishes.
Notes
- Swap cheeses easily by using your favorite varieties or what’s available in your fridge for a personalized flavor profile.
- Gluten-free bakers can substitute all-purpose flour with a 1:1 gluten-free blend to make this recipe celiac-friendly.
- Enhance moisture by adding grated zucchini or finely chopped herbs like chives to boost nutrition and create interesting texture variations.
- Prevent dry bread by checking doneness early and removing from oven the moment a toothpick comes out clean, as ovens can vary in temperature and performance.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45-50 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Brazilian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 0.5 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 2 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 29 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg