Savory Cheese & Herb Yogurt Bread

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Why You’ll Love This Bread

This recipe is:

  • Super soft & moist
  • Cheesy and savory
  • Quick (no rising time)
  • Made with simple ingredients
  • Perfect for breakfast or snacks
  • Great with tea or soup
  • Freezer friendly

Honestly… it disappears FAST when served warm 😂

## Ingredients You’ll Need

Main Batter

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup plain yogurt (or Greek yogurt)
  • 3 eggs
  • ½ cup vegetable oil or melted butter
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (mozzarella, cheddar, or mix)
  • ½ cup grated cheese for topping

Flavor

  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon dried herbs (oregano, thyme, parsley, or Italian mix)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (optional)

Optional add-ins:

  • olives
  • sun-dried tomatoes
  • turkey ham
  • spinach
  • chili flakes

## Step 1 – Prep Your Pan

Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).

Grease a loaf pan or line with parchment paper.

This helps the bread come out easily.

## Step 2 – Mix the Wet Ingredients

In a bowl:

  1. Crack eggs
  2. Add yogurt
  3. Add oil or melted butter

Whisk until smooth and creamy.

It should look like thick pancake batter.

## Step 3 – Add the Dry Ingredients

Now add:

  • flour
  • baking powder
  • baking soda
  • salt
  • pepper
  • herbs

Mix gently.

Don’t overmix — just combine.

Overmixing makes bread dense.

## Step 4 – Add Cheese

Fold in:

  • shredded cheese
  • parsley or extras

The batter becomes thick and cheesy.

That’s perfect.

More cheese = more flavor 😄

## Step 5 – Pour & Top

Pour batter into loaf pan.

Smooth the top.

Sprinkle extra cheese on top.

This creates that beautiful golden crust like in the picture.

Optional: sprinkle herbs or sesame seeds.

## Step 6 – Bake

Bake for:

40–50 minutes

Until:

  • golden brown
  • top crispy
  • toothpick comes out clean

Your kitchen will smell AMAZING.

Seriously hard to wait 😂

## Step 7 – Cool & Slice

Let rest 10–15 minutes.

Then slice.

If you cut too early, it may crumble.

Warm slices = best texture.

## Texture & Taste (What to Expect)

Let me describe it:

Outside:

crispy golden cheesy crust

Inside:

soft, fluffy, slightly moist, cheesy pockets

Taste:

savory

buttery

herby

mild cheese flavor

Perfect balance. Not heavy. Not dry.

## Pro Tips for Best Results

Use full-fat yogurt

Gives softer texture

Don’t skip baking soda

It reacts with yogurt → makes bread fluffy

Add cheese inside + on top

Double flavor

Let cool before slicing

Better structure

Toast leftovers

Even more delicious next day

## Tasty Variations

Mediterranean

Add olives + feta + oregano

Spicy

Add chili flakes + jalapeños

Protein packed

Add diced chicken or turkey ham

Veggie

Add spinach + bell peppers

Garlic butter version

Brush melted garlic butter after baking

So many possibilities!

## Storage Tips

Room temp

2 days airtight

Fridge

5 days

Freezer

Slice and freeze up to 2 months

Reheat

Toast or microwave

Still soft and yummy.

## Serving Ideas

This bread is PERFECT with:

  • soup
  • salad
  • eggs
  • cheese platter
  • tea/coffee
  • sandwiches

Or honestly… just eat plain warm slices 😄

## Common Mistakes to Avoid

❌ Too much flour → dry bread

❌ Overmixing → dense

❌ Not enough salt → bland

❌ Underbaking → gummy inside

Follow the steps and you’re golden.

## Final Thoughts

This savory cheese yogurt bread is one of those lazy-day recipes that feels homemade and comforting.

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