High Protein Recipes meets cozy comfort with my easy cheesy bread. I riff on a beer bread recipe idea and keep it light and quick. If you like baking bread recipes or dream of the best homemade bread, this one fits your week. Think simple bread dough recipe, cast iron bread recipes vibes, and a 4 ingredient bread recipe feel.
Table of Contents
- 1) Key Takeaways
- 2) Easy Cheesy Bread Recipe
- 3) Ingredients for Easy Cheesy Bread
- 4) How to Make Easy Cheesy Bread
- 5) Tips for Making Easy Cheesy Bread
- 6) Making Easy Cheesy Bread Ahead of Time
- 7) Storing Leftover Cheesy Bread
- 8) Try these bread recipes next
- 9) Easy Cheesy Bread
- 10) Nutrition
1) Key Takeaways
I wrote this with High Protein Recipes in mind and I kept it friendly. High Protein Recipes can feel strict. Here it feels warm. I bake cheesy bread that leans light yet still tastes rich.
The method stays short and clear. Mix one bowl. Spread on a sheet. Bake until the edges turn deep gold. The texture lands between soft and crisp. Kids ask for seconds. Grown ups sneak a third slice.
Camila at Camila Cooks keeps flavors bright and steps simple. You can switch cheeses and spices and still trust the base. Fans of High Protein Recipes get a fast win without stress. I like that balance.
2) Easy Cheesy Bread Recipe
I make this on busy nights when soup needs a side. The mix comes together fast and the bake time fits a small window. It tastes like comfort and still aligns with High Protein Recipes. That checks my boxes.
Think quick bread energy with no yeast and no rise time. Call it easy bread if you like. Call it cheesy bread if you want smiles. I keep the list short and the tools basic. A bowl. A spoon. A sheet.
Home cooks ask for a quick bread plan that still feels real. This does that job. It reads like easy cheesy bread at home. It works for snacks or with dinner. I keep leftovers for lunch and I never regret it.
3) Ingredients for Easy Cheesy Bread
Egg This binds the mix and gives a tender chew. I crack it cold and whisk until smooth. The texture holds the cheese in neat bites.
Mozzarella I shred it fresh for a clean melt. The pull feels fun and the taste stays mild. It sets the base for each slice.
Parmesan I grate it fine for even salt and a nutty hit. It browns at the edge and makes a crisp rim. That rim steals the show.
Garlic powder A small spoon wakes the bread with a soft savor note. Fresh garlic can work but the powder gives even spread.
Italian seasoning The blend adds herb lift. I pinch and taste. You can add crushed red pepper if you like a little heat.
Parchment Line the sheet so the cheese lifts clean. It keeps the bottom from sticking and helps the edges brown well.
4) How to Make Easy Cheesy Bread
step 1 Heat the oven to 350 F. Set a rack in the middle. Line a baking sheet with parchment and keep it ready.
step 2 Whisk the egg until even. Add mozzarella parmesan garlic powder and Italian seasoning. Stir until the mix looks thick and sticky.
step 3 Spread the mix on the sheet in a thin even layer. I leave a small border so the edges brown and lift.
step 4 Bake 17 to 20 minutes. Look for deep gold edges and small bubbles on top. Pull the pan and let it rest five minutes.
step 5 Slice with a sharp knife. Serve warm. Pair with soup salad or eggs. It fits protein rich recipes and simple dinners.
5) Tips for Making Easy Cheesy Bread
Use fresh shred cheese. Bagged shred can bake a little dry. Fresh shred melts smooth and tastes fuller. The crumb stays tender.
Watch the edges near the end. Deep gold means crisp. Too dark means bitter. I pull the pan when the scent turns toasty and the center sets.
Change the mix when you want new flavors. Cheddar brings sharp bite. Monterey Jack gives soft melt. A spoon of pesto adds herb pop. This lives well with high protein meals so the tray empties fast.
6) Making Easy Cheesy Bread Ahead of Time
I mix the base in the morning and chill it. The bake still takes the same time and the flavor stays bright. It helps on busy days at work.
You can bake and cool then wrap and chill. Warm on a sheet at 350 F for five minutes. The edges crisp and the center softens again.
This plays nice with meal prep. I box slices with veggies and a dip so lunch feels set. It fits protein packed dishes and still feels fun.
7) Storing Leftover Cheesy Bread
Cool the slices on the sheet. Move them to a box with a tight lid. Keep in the fridge for three days. The taste stays steady.
Reheat on a sheet at 350 F for five to seven minutes. The rim turns crisp and the cheese softens. The kitchen smells great again.
For longer storage wrap each slice and freeze. Thaw in the fridge. Warm in the oven. I keep a small stash for late snacks and easy sides.
8) Try these bread recipes next
9) Easy Cheesy Bread
Easy Cheesy Bread High Protein Recipes
Ingredients
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 3/4 cup shredded parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Italian seasoning to taste
- Parchment paper for the pan
Instructions
- Heat oven to 350°F 175°C.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment.
- Stir egg mozzarella parmesan garlic powder and Italian seasoning in a bowl until it forms a thick mix.
- Spread the mix on the lined sheet in an even layer.
- Bake 17 to 20 minutes until golden and crisp at the edges.
- Cool a few minutes. Slice. Serve warm.
10) Nutrition
One slice gives about 230 calories and 17 grams of protein. Fat lands near 16 grams. Carbs stay near 3 grams with almost no sugar. Sodium sits near 420 milligrams. Numbers shift if you swap cheeses or add more spice.
I like this with soup or a big salad so dinner feels balanced. The macros help folks who track High Protein Recipes and still want a warm slice with dinner. It tastes like a treat and still fits a plan.
Recipe by Camila at Camila Cooks. I test and tweak in a small kitchen and share what works. If you try a twist tell me what you loved and what you would change. I read every note.
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