Low Carb, High Protein Bread (Gluten-Free)

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Wouldn’t it be nice to have a gluten-free bread that doesn’t taste like cardboard, pure eggs or have the density of a brick? Well, trust me when I say this, this bread delivers on all fronts – to the point where I often prefer this to wheat bread. It contains simple ingredients like cottage cheese, almond flour, coconut flour, and eggs making it low carb, high protein and gluten-free. So whether you have a gluten intolerance, a protein goal to reach, or just like a tasty bread alternative, this recipe is for you. The best part is, it only requires 5 minutes of your time and an occasional glance at the oven.

Why you’ll love this recipe

• The dough comes together in under 5 minutes: The active work in this recipe is literally minimal. Sure, it takes around an hour to bake, but there’s no kneading, proofing, or fussing about that usually comes with making bread.

• This bread is full of all the good stuff: There’s absolutely nothing wrong with regular bread, but if you’re looking for something a little more nutritionally dense, you’ve found your match.

• NO overpowering eggy taste: Let’s be real, a lot of gluten-free breads taste like just eggs. We’ve steered clear of that here. This bread is salty, slightly nutty, and subtly sweet. Yum.

• It is incredibly versatile: Whether you want to turn it into a sandwich, toast it, freeze it, this bread has you covered.

Ingredients

• Cottage cheese: This is what makes this bread high in protein, since one cup of cottage cheese delivers about 25 grams of protein. Cottage cheese also makes this bread rich and filling.

• Almond flour: The main flour used in this recipe – giving the bread a slightly nutty taste and plenty of healthy fats.

• Coconut flour: Coconut flour is great for absorbing moisture, which is why I’ve included it in this recipe – it’s vital in thickening up the mixture.

• Eggs: I promise you this bread won’t taste like them, but they are a necessary evil to bind our bread ingredients together.

• Psyllium husk: This is the secret to achieving a bread that’s sliceable and not too wet.

• Seeds: Pumpkin seeds and linseeds are used here to add some texture and make this bread more filling. Feel free to use other seeds if you prefer!

• Salt: Adds some savoury flavour.

• Baking powder: This bread won’t really rise or change once you’ve shaped it, but the baking powder is still needed to make the bread lighter and fluffier.

Health benefits of this bread

• Muscle and bone support: Cottage cheese’s protein and calcium content helps with muscle repair and growth, supports bone density, and keeps you full longer thanks to its slow-digesting casein protein.

• Boosts digestive health: Coconut flour and almond flour are full of fiber, whic is super important for our digestion. They also contain heathy fats – these will keep you satiated for longer!

• Energy and mood stability: Eggs are great for providing energy, supporting brain function, and even helping us regulate our moods.

• Keeps our heart healthy: Pumpkin seeds and linseeds contain plenty of benefits like lowering cholesterol, and supporting blood pressure.

This bread is way more than just low-carb; it’s a nutritional powerhouse that supports our digestion, heart health, and energy levels all while tasting delicious.

Anyway, trying this recipe will be the only way to find out for yourself – so happy baking!