Description
Dill Pickle Bread is a savory quick bread infused with tangy chopped dill pickles, fresh dill, and sharp cheddar cheese. Perfect as a unique side dish or sandwich base, this American-style bread combines classic pickle flavors with a moist, tender crumb, making it a delicious and easy-to-make snack or accompaniment to soups and salads.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Wet and Flavor Ingredients
- 1 cup finely chopped dill pickles
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh dill
- 3/4 cup grated sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1/4 cup pickle juice
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper until fully combined.
- Add Flavorings: Stir in the finely chopped dill pickles, fresh dill, and grated sharp cheddar cheese to the dry mixture, ensuring even distribution throughout the batter.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, beat the eggs, then mix in the sour cream, vegetable oil, and pickle juice until smooth and well blended.
- Mix Wet and Dry Components: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently stir just until combined; avoid overmixing to keep the bread tender.
- Bake the Bread: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top surface. Bake for 45–50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool the Bread: Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely, enhancing sliceability and texture.
Notes
- For an extra punch of pickle flavor, add 1 tablespoon of finely chopped pickled jalapeños to the batter.
- Substitute plain Greek yogurt for sour cream as a healthier alternative while maintaining moisture.
- This bread pairs wonderfully with soups or can be used as a unique, savory base for sandwiches.
