If you're a fan of nutty, slightly sweet bread with a moist, tender crumb, this Almond Bread recipe is perfect for you. It's a delightful alternative to traditional bread, and it’s gluten-free too! Ideal for breakfast, a snack, or even a light lunch, this almond bread is both nutritious and satisfying. Here’s how you can make it:
Ingredients
2 cups almond flour
1/4 cup coconut flour
1/4 cup ground flaxseed
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
3 large eggs
1/4 cup melted coconut oil or unsalted butter
2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup (optional, for a touch of sweetness)
1/4 cup water (or as needed)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
Instructions
Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a loaf pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the almond flour, coconut flour, ground flaxseed, baking powder, and salt. Whisk these ingredients together to ensure they are evenly distributed.
Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, melted coconut oil (or butter), honey (or maple syrup, if using), and vanilla extract (if using).
Mix Wet and Dry Ingredients: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until well combined. The batter will be thick. If it's too thick, gradually add water, a tablespoon at a time, until you achieve a thick but pourable consistency.
Transfer to Pan: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the bread comes out clean.
Cool: Allow the bread to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Slice and Serve: Once cooled, slice the almond bread and enjoy! It’s great on its own or with a spread of almond butter, a drizzle of honey, or a sprinkle of your favorite seeds or nuts.
Chef's Tips
Storage: Store any leftover bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or freeze it for longer storage.
Add-ins: Feel free to customize your almond bread by adding in mix-ins like chopped nuts, dried fruit, or chocolate chips for extra flavor and texture.
Sweetness: Adjust the sweetness by increasing or decreasing the amount of honey or maple syrup according to your taste.
Enjoy your homemade almond bread, and don’t forget to share this recipe with your friends and family. They’ll thank you for introducing them to such a scrumptious treat!
Happy baking!