Satisfy your cravings for something savory and wholesome with this Low Fat Bacon Cheese Bread—a guilt-free twist on a classic comfort food. Packed with wholesome whole wheat flour, smoky turkey bacon, reduced-fat cheddar, and a hint of honey for subtle sweetness, this bread is bursting with flavor while keeping calories in check. Chopped chives add a zesty touch, making each bite irresistibly aromatic. Perfectly moist and beautifully golden, it's easy to prepare in under an hour, thanks to simple ingredients like egg whites and low-fat buttermilk. Serve this lightened-up bread as a delicious side for soups and salads or enjoy it solo as a satisfying snack. Whether you're meal prepping or entertaining, this healthier homemade bacon cheese bread is sure to impress!
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the whole wheat flour, baking powder, and salt. Mix thoroughly.
Add the shredded reduced fat cheddar cheese, crumbled turkey bacon, and chopped chives to the flour mixture. Toss until all mix-ins are evenly distributed.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg whites, low-fat buttermilk, olive oil, and honey until well combined.
Create a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour in the wet mixture. Stir gently with a spatula until just combined—do not overmix, as this can result in a dense bread.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the bread comes out clean.
Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
Slice and serve as a delightful low-fat accompaniment to soups and salads, or enjoy on its own as a savory snack.
Calories |
2106 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 81.4 g | 104% | |
| Saturated Fat | 27.4 g | 137% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 189 mg | 63% | |
| Sodium | 5102 mg | 222% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 260.4 g | 95% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 36.6 g | 131% | |
| Total Sugars | 32.1 g | ||
| Protein | 105.7 g | 211% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.4 mcg | 17% | |
| Calcium | 1128 mg | 87% | |
| Iron | 13.9 mg | 77% | |
| Potassium | 2180 mg | 46% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.