Herb & Parmesan Quick Bread
A savory, tender quick bread flavored with Parmesan, garlic, and herbs—no yeast or rising time required.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese, for topping
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Lightly grease an 8 1/2 × 4 1/2-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning.
- Stir in 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, buttermilk, and olive oil.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir just until combined. Do not overmix.
- Fold in the fresh parsley.
- Transfer the batter to the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
- Sprinkle the remaining 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese over the top.
- Bake for 40–45 minutes, until the top is golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer the loaf to a wire rack.
- Allow to cool slightly before slicing and serving.
Smart Substitutions
Add more fiber: Replace up to half of the all-purpose flour with whole-wheat flour. The loaf will be slightly denser with a heartier flavor.
Lower the carbs: Almond flour cannot replace the all-purpose flour 1:1 in this recipe. For a substantially lower-carb bread, use a recipe specifically formulated for almond flour.
No buttermilk: Combine 1 cup milk with 1 tablespoon lemon juice or white vinegar. Let stand for 5–10 minutes before using.
Change the herbs: Fresh rosemary, thyme, chives, or basil can be used in place of or alongside the parsley.
Storage & Reheating
Room Temperature: Store tightly wrapped or in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
Refrigerator: Refrigerate for up to 5 days.
Freezer: Wrap individual slices and freeze for up to 3 months.
Reheating: Warm individual slices in a 325°F oven for 5–8 minutes or microwave for about 10–15 seconds.
Estimated Nutrition Per Serving
Nutrition information is an estimate and may vary based on brands, portion sizes, and substitutions used.