Description
This Dill Pickle Bread Recipe combines the tang of dill pickles with the richness of cheese and the softness of homemade bread. A savory quick bread that’s perfect for sandwiches, soups, or snacking.
Ingredients
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tbsp baking powder
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp salt
2 large eggs
1/3 cup vegetable oil (or melted butter)
3/4 cup dill pickle juice
1 cup chopped dill pickles (drained)
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped (optional)
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
2. In a large bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and garlic powder.
3. In a separate bowl, beat eggs, oil, and pickle juice.
4. Fold the wet mixture into the dry ingredients until just combined.
5. Stir in chopped pickles, cheese, and fresh dill.
6. Pour batter into loaf pan, smooth top, and sprinkle with cheese.
7. Bake for 40–45 minutes or until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
8. Cool in pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a rack.
9. Slice and serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
For stronger flavor, use extra-sharp cheddar or a tablespoon of pickle brine.
Store wrapped at room temperature up to 4 days or freeze up to 3 months.
Reheat slices in a 325°F oven for 8–10 minutes for best texture.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 45 mins
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 35mg