Low Sodium Savory Bacon Bread

Sink your teeth into the irresistible flavors of Low Sodium Savory Bacon Bread, a perfect blend of hearty, wholesome ingredients and savory indulgence without the salt overload. This quick bread is packed with crispy crumbled unsalted bacon, fresh chives, and a touch of garlic for a flavor profile that’s both comforting and gourmet. Made with buttermilk and unsalted butter, it boasts a moist, tender crumb that pairs beautifully with breakfast spreads, soups, or a mid-day snack. Easy to prepare with just 20 minutes of prep time and baked to golden perfection, this low-sodium bread is ideal for anyone looking to enjoy bold flavors while keeping an eye on their sodium intake. Whether served warm from the oven or at room temperature, every slice is a satisfyingly savory treat.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 0.5 cup unsalted butter
• 6 slices unsalted bacon
• 1.5 cups buttermilk
• 2 large eggs
• 0.25 cup fresh chives
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan with a little bit of unsalted butter or use baking spray.

Step 2

Cook the unsalted bacon slices in a frying pan over medium heat until crispy. Once cooked, let them drain on paper towels and crumble into small pieces. Reserve 1 tablespoon of bacon fat.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, sugar, garlic powder, and freshly ground black pepper.

Step 4

In another bowl, beat the unsalted butter until creamy. Add in the eggs, buttermilk, and reserved bacon fat; mix well to combine.

Step 5

Slowly add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix as it will make the bread tough.

Step 6

Fold in the crumbled bacon pieces and chopped fresh chives until evenly distributed throughout the dough.

Step 7

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it out evenly.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 9

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

Step 10

Serve slices warm or at room temperature, enjoying the rich bacon flavor in each bite.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1070.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2720.1

Total Fat 111.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 51.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.7g
Cholesterol 635.3mg	0%
Sodium 1465.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 328.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.4g	0%
Total Sugars 44.2g
Protein 97.8g	0%

Vitamin D 272.3IU	0%
Calcium 618.9mg	0%
Iron 21.2mg	0%
Potassium 1738.4mg	0%

*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: 36.9%

Protein: 14.5%

Carbs: 48.6%