Heart-Healthy Savory Bacon Bread

Indulge in the comforting flavors of bacon bread with a heart-healthy twist! This "Heart-Healthy Savory Bacon Bread" uses wholesome ingredients like whole wheat flour, low-sodium turkey bacon, and olive oil to deliver a deliciously moist and savory loaf without the guilt. Enhanced with the creamy richness of unsweetened applesauce, low-fat cheddar cheese, and the fragrant earthiness of fresh rosemary, this quick bread is a wholesome choice for breakfast, brunch, or even as a snack. Ready in under an hour, it's packed with flavor while being lower in sodium and saturated fat, making it perfect for heart-conscious eaters. Serve it warm with a dollop of yogurt or enjoy it as is—this bread is a true crowd-pleaser!

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 2 cups Whole wheat flour
• 1 tablespoon Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
• 6 slices Low-sodium turkey bacon
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 0.5 cup Unsweetened applesauce
• 1 Egg
• 1 cup Low-fat milk
• 1 cup Low-fat shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 tablespoon Chopped fresh rosemary

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.

Step 2

In a large bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, baking powder, salt, and baking soda.

Step 3

In a medium skillet over medium heat, cook the turkey bacon slices until they are crisp. Once cooked, remove them from the pan and chop into small pieces.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, whisk together the olive oil, unsweetened applesauce, and egg until smooth.

Step 5

Add the low-fat milk to the wet ingredients and stir until combined.

Step 6

Slowly pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 7

Fold in the chopped turkey bacon, low-fat shredded cheddar cheese, and chopped fresh rosemary into the batter until evenly distributed.

Step 8

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the bread comes out clean.

Step 10

Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Step 11

Serve warm or at room temperature, and enjoy your heart-healthy savory bacon bread!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	903.7 grams (903.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1841

Total Fat 66.50g	85%
Saturated Fat 19.00g	95%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.40g
Cholesterol 315mg	105%
Sodium 5829mg	253%
Total Carbohydrate 213.10g	77%
Dietary Fiber 30.80g	110%
Total Sugars 23.80g
Protein 97.10g	194%

Vitamin D 149IU	744%
Calcium 1213mg	93%
Iron 12mg	68%
Potassium 1554mg	33%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 32.5%

Protein: 21.1%

Carbs: 46.3%