Bacon and Cheese Bread Recipe
This delicious Bacon and Cheese Bread recipe combines crispy bacon, melted cheese, and fluffy dough for a savory treat. Simply mix ingredients, fold in cooked bacon and cheese, shape the dough, and bake until golden brown. Perfect as a snack or side dish, it’s sure to please any crowd!
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk
- Measuring cups and spoons
- loaf pan,
- Parchment paper (optional, for easy removal)
Ingredients
- 2 cups Self-raising Flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup cooked and crumbled bacon about 4-6 strips
- 1 cup milk
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives optional, for garnish
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat the Oven
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). This ensures that your bread bakes evenly and comes out perfectly golden.
Step 2: Prepare the Baking Pan
- Grease a loaf pan with cooking spray or line it with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
Step 3: Mix Dry Ingredients
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and black pepper. Whisk these ingredients together until well blended.
Step 4: Add the Cheese and Bacon
- Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese and crumbled bacon into the dry mixture. This step helps to distribute the bacon and cheese evenly throughout the bread.
Step 5: Combine Wet Ingredients
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, vegetable oil, and egg until well combined.
Step 6: Mix Wet and Dry Ingredients
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Stir gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; a few lumps are okay!
Step 7: Bake the Bread
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Step 8: Cool and Serve
- Once baked, remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then, transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely. If desired, sprinkle chopped fresh chives on top before slicing for added flavor and a pop of color.