Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and garlic powder.
Stir in shredded cheese, reserving a small handful to sprinkle on top later.
In another bowl, whisk together the milk, egg, and melted butter until well combined.
Combine wet and dry ingredients, mixing just until everything is moistened (don’t overmix).
Pour the batter into your prepared pan, smooth the top, and sprinkle with the reserved cheese.
Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Brush the top with a little melted butter and sprinkle with parsley for that bakery-style finish.
🧈 Serving Tip:
Enjoy warm with soup, pasta, or just a pat of butter — it’s melt-in-your-mouth delicious!
Would you like me to share a Brazilian-style cheese bread (Pão de Queijo) version too? It’s made with tapioca flour and has that irresistible chewy texture.
