Bacon Bread Recipe (Loaf Style)

Bacon Bread is a savory treat that combines the smoky, salty goodness of bacon with the comforting warmth of freshly baked bread. It can be made in several ways, depending on whether you prefer a soft loaf, pull-apart style, or a crusty artisan bread with bacon bits.

Here’s a basic Bacon Bread recipe (yeast-based loaf):

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🥓 Bacon Bread Recipe (Loaf Style)

Ingredients:

• 3 cups all-purpose flour (plus more for kneading)

• 2 ¼ tsp active dry yeast (1 packet)

• 1 cup warm water (110°F/45°C)

• 1 tbsp sugar

• 1 tsp salt

• 2 tbsp olive oil or melted butter

• 8 slices of bacon, cooked and chopped

• Optional: 1 tsp black pepper, 1 tsp chopped chives or herbs

Instructions:

1. Activate the yeast:

   • In a bowl, mix warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let sit for 5–10 minutes until foamy.

2. Make the dough:

   • Add flour, salt, and olive oil to the yeast mixture. Mix until a rough dough forms.

   • Add in chopped bacon (and herbs/pepper if using).

   • Knead on a floured surface for about 8–10 minutes, until smooth and elastic.

3. First rise:

   • Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.

4. Shape and second rise:

   • Punch down dough, shape into a loaf, and place in a greased 9×5-inch loaf pan.

   • Cover and let rise again for 30–45 minutes.

5. Bake:

   • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

   • Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped.

   • Let cool on a wire rack.

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Variations:

• Cheddar Bacon Bread: Add 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese to the dough.

• Pull-apart style: Cut biscuit or bread dough into pieces, layer with bacon and cheese in a bundt pan.

• Bacon & Onion: Sauté chopped onions with the bacon for a sweeter, caramelized flavor.

Want a no-yeast or quicker version? Let me know—there’s also a quick bread style (like banana bread, but savory) that uses baking powder.