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Cheddar and Herb Soda Bread

Cheddar and Herb Soda Bread: Your New Favorite Comfort Bake

Cheddar and Herb Soda Bread is a quick, flavorful, yeast-free bread perfect for any meal or gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Uncategorized
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bread
  • 4 cups all-purpose flour plus extra for dusting
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 cup chopped fresh chives
  • 2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme
  • 2 teaspoons chopped fresh rosemary
  • 2 teaspoons chopped fresh sage
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese feel free to swap for alternative cheeses
  • 1.5 cups buttermilk or a milk and lemon juice mix as a substitute
Optional Serving Suggestions
  • 1 tablespoon butter for serving
  • soups great with hearty soups
  • cheese platter can be served as part of a cheese platter

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowls
  • Measuring utensils
  • Baking sheet
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Cheddar and Herb Soda Bread
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 4 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of baking soda, and 1 teaspoon of salt.
  3. Stir in ½ cup of chopped fresh chives, 2 teaspoons each of fresh thyme, rosemary, and sage, and 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese.
  4. Pour in 1 and ½ cups of buttermilk and mix gently until just combined.
  5. Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead it lightly about 4-5 times, then shape it into a round loaf.
  6. Transfer the shaped dough onto a floured baking sheet, and score a cross on top of the loaf.
  7. Bake at 425°F (220°C) for 15 minutes, then lower the temperature to 375°F (190°C) and continue baking for 30-35 minutes.
  8. Let the bread cool on a wire rack for at least 10 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 6gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.5gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Store wrapped in a clean kitchen towel for up to 3 days at room temperature; avoid plastic wrap to keep the crust from getting soggy. Refrigerate for up to a week or freeze for longer storage.

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