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Sliced golden Parmesan Herb Quick Bread topped with shredded Parmesan, fresh dill, and parsley on a cutting board.

Parmesan Herb Quick Bread

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A warm, savory herb bread packed with Parmesan flavor and perfect for cozy homemade meals.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 35 minutes
Servings: 10 Slices
Course: Side Dish, Snack
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 251
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 ½ cups 313 g all-purpose flour (measured accurately for a tender loaf)
  • 1 tablespoon 15 g granulated sugar (adds subtle balance to the savory flavors)
  • 1 ½ teaspoons 6 g baking powder (helps the bread rise)
  • ¾ teaspoon 3 g kosher salt (enhances the overall flavor)
  • 1 teaspoon 2 g garlic powder (adds savory garlic flavor)
  • ¾ teaspoon 2 g onion powder (provides gentle onion flavor)
  • ¼ teaspoon 1.5 g baking soda (supports browning and tenderness)
  • ⅛ teaspoon 0.5 g paprika (adds mild warmth and color)
  • ⅛ teaspoon 1 g ground black pepper (adds light peppery heat)
  • 1 ¼ cups 100 g shredded Parmesan cheese (divided between the batter and topping)
  • ¼ cup 5 g fresh parsley (finely chopped)
  • 2 tablespoons 5 g fresh dill (lightly packed and chopped)
  • 1 ⅓ cups 320 ml whole buttermilk (brought to room temperature)
  • ⅓ cup 76 g unsalted butter (melted and slightly cooled)
  • 1 large egg brought to room temperature
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley or dill chopped for optional garnish

Method
 

  1. Heat the oven to 350°F and line an 8½ x 4½-inch loaf pan with parchment, leaving some paper hanging over the edges for easy removal.
  2. Whisk the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, baking soda, paprika, and black pepper together in a large bowl. Add 1 cup of the Parmesan, parsley, and dill, then whisk until evenly distributed.
  3. In another bowl, whisk the buttermilk, melted butter, and egg until smooth. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir only until the batter comes together.
  4. Scrape the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the surface. Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of the Parmesan over the top.
  5. Bake for 50–55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with only a few moist crumbs. Immediately scatter the remaining Parmesan over the hot loaf.
  6. Allow the bread to rest in the pan for 5 minutes, then use the parchment to lift it onto a wire rack. Let it cool for about 30 minutes before slicing; serve warm or at room temperature and add fresh herbs on top if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 251kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 9gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.3gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 493mgPotassium: 171mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 506IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 223mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Fresh herbs and savory Parmesan turn this simple loaf into the kind of homemade bread that makes the kitchen feel warm and welcoming. Slice it while still slightly warm and enjoy that comforting cheesy aroma with every bite.

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