Sourdough Jalapeño-Cheddar Sandwich Loaf

“A sourdough loaf, made bold with jalapeños, cheddar, and a drizzle of hot honey—just the kind of kitchen magic that warms the soul.”

Late one evening, while scrolling through Facebook, the algorithm clearly picked up on my sourdough mood. My feed was flooded with sourdough recipes, tips, tricks, you name it. One post caught my attention: A jalapeño, hot honey, and cheddar sourdough sandwich loaf from MuscleMomma.com. It promised all the things I didn’t know I needed. Craving something beyond my usual rustic boule, I decided to give it a try. This meant summoning Herman, my trusty sourdough starter, from the depths of my garage fridge for a long-overdue feeding frenzy.

I was already imagining a sandwich in my future that included a crispy crust, a little tang, a nuance of heat, and a whole lot of cheesy goodness. I was not disappointed.

Sourdough is a journey, and it’s worth reminding myself of that every time I start. It’s not a quick, toss-it-together recipe. Sure, I could have  scooped some flour, baking powder, salt, cracked in a few eggs, added milk, jalapeños, and cheddar, and called it a day. But that’s not what sourdough is about. It’s about patience. It’s about slow fermentation, intention, and the rhythm of letting time do its thing. It asks you to slow down, to pay attention.

This Sourdough Jalapeño Cheddar Bread is the perfect whether you’re slicing it for sandwiches, serving it alongside soup, or enjoying it toasted with butter and jam or cream cheese with a drizzle of honey.

Why You’ll Love This Sourdough Jalapeño Cheddar Loaf

Naturally leavened: Made with your active sourdough starter no commercial yeast here!

Perfectly spicy: Fresh or pickled jalapeños give a customizable kick.

Cheesy crust: Extra cheddar on top makes for a irresistible golden finish.