Bacon Cheese Bread
User Reviews
4.8
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Prep Time
20 mins
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Cook Time
40 mins
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Additional Time
1 hr
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Total Time
2 hrs
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Servings
8 Slices
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Calories
323 kcal
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Course
Side Dish, Snacks, Baked Goods
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Cuisine
American
Bacon Cheese Bread
Description
Bacon Cheese Bread brings together smoky diced bacon, shredded cheddar cheese, and fresh green onions folded into a moist batter constructed from all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, sugar, salt, eggs, buttermilk, and olive oil. The texture contrasts the soft crumb with savory pockets of bacon and melted cheese. The buttermilk adds a slight tang and tenderness while baking into a 1-pound loaf pan ensures even cooking and a nicely shaped bread.
The cooking process involves gently blending dry ingredients before adding liquids and folding in the flavorful mix-ins. During baking, the loaf develops a golden crust, and an additional sprinkling of cheddar cheese melts on top near the end for extra richness. The bread is cooled before slicing to maintain its structure.
This bread works well for breakfast or lunch, served plain, with butter, or alongside hearty dishes like soups or chili. It is also a convenient option for making sandwiches. The flavor balance of salt, bacon, cheese, and green onions offers satisfying savory notes without overwhelming richness.
For substitutions, if buttermilk is unavailable, acidulated milk made by adding lemon juice or vinegar to regular milk can be used. Precooked bacon works if crisped before mixing in, but imitation bacon bits are not recommended. Baking pans made of metal or glass may affect baking time and should be monitored. Doneness is confirmed by a toothpick or an internal temperature around 200°F.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 2 large egg
- 1 cup buttermilk
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 4 lices Bacon diced, cooked
- 1 1/2 cups cheddar cheese shredded, divided
- ½ cup green onions diced, about 2 large green onions
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350ºF. Line a 1-pound metal loaf pan (8.5 x 4.5-inch loaf pan) with parchment paper and spray with nonstick spray.
- In a large mixing bowl add flour, sugar, salt, baking powder and baking soda. Mix until well blended.
- Crack two eggs into a medium-sized bowl and beat lightly with a fork. Add buttermilk and olive oil to the eggs and mix until combined.
- Add buttermilk mixture to the flour mixture and mix until combined and a dough forms.
- Add the diced bacon, 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese and diced green onions to the dough. Fold in with a silicone spatula into the dough then transfer the dough to the prepared baking pan.
- Bake the loaf for about 40 minutes then top with the remaining 1/2 cup of shredded cheddar cheese. Bake about another 5-10 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center of the bread comes out clean.
- Allow the bread to cool for at least 10 minutes in the pan. Carefully remove from the pan and allow the bread to finish cooling, then slice and enjoy.
Notes
- If buttermilk is not available, create a substitute by adding one tablespoon of lemon juice or vinegar to a measuring cup, then fill with milk to one cup and let sit for five minutes before using.
- Store-bought precooked bacon is acceptable if crisped in a skillet before adding; avoid imitation bacon bits for this recipe.
- Use a metal loaf pan for even baking. When using a glass pan, baking time may increase.
- Check bread doneness with a food thermometer; it’s done at 200°F internally.
- A 9x5-inch pan can be substituted, but check for doneness five to ten minutes earlier due to pan width variations.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8Slices
Amount Per Serving
Calories 323 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 323kcal | 16% |
| Carbohydrates | 28g | 9% |
| Protein | 12g | 24% |
| Fat | 18g | 28% |
| Saturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Trans Fat | 0.01g | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 75mg | 25% |
| Sodium | 841mg | 35% |
| Potassium | 145mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 393IU | 8% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 245mg | 25% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.8
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