Bacon Bread
A savory, golden loaf packed with smoky bacon and sharp cheddar cheese that fills your kitchen with an irresistible aroma as it bakes.
Ingredients
- •8 slices thick-cut bacon
- •3 cups all-purpose flour (360g)
- •1 tablespoon baking powder
- •1 teaspoon kosher salt
- •1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- •1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, freshly grated
- •3 green onions, finely chopped
- •1 1/4 cups whole milk
- •2 large eggs
- •1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan with butter or non-stick spray, or line it with parchment paper.
- 2
Cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crisp, then transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain before crumbling into small pieces.
- 3
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, kosher salt, and black pepper.
- 4
Stir in the grated sharp cheddar cheese, chopped green onions, and crumbled bacon until well distributed in the dry mixture.
- 5
In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the whole milk, large eggs, and melted unsalted butter.
- 6
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently fold with a spatula just until combined, taking care not to overmix the batter.
- 7
Transfer the thick batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with your spatula.
- 8
Bake on the middle rack for 45 to 50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the loaf comes out clean.
- 9
Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 15 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
💡 Chef tips
- For extra flavor, you can substitute half of the cheddar cheese with smoked gouda or pepper jack.
- Store leftover bread tightly wrapped in plastic wrap at room temperature for up to two days, or refrigerate for up to five days and reheat gently before serving.
- You can freeze this bread after it has cooled completely; wrap it tightly in foil and place it in a freezer-safe bag for up to three months.
✅ How it should turn out
The finished bacon bread features a golden-brown, slightly crusty exterior with a tender, moist crumb studded with savory bacon and melted cheese that melts in your mouth.