Description
This gluten-free bread loaf is wholesome, tender, and easy to slice, with a rich, slightly nutty flavor from almond and coconut flour. It is perfect for toast, sandwiches, or serving alongside soups and salads.
Ingredients
1 cup almond flour
1 cup arrowroot flour
1/3 cup coconut flour
1 teaspoon sea salt
1 1/4 cups filtered water
2 teaspoons maple syrup
2 teaspoons active dry yeast
1 1/2 tablespoons very finely ground chia seeds
2 tablespoons organic psyllium husk powder
1 egg, beaten, for brushing
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the almond flour, arrowroot flour, coconut flour, and sea salt.
- Heat the filtered water to 110°F, then stir in the maple syrup and active dry yeast.
- Add the ground chia seeds and psyllium husk powder to the yeast mixture, stir well, and let sit briefly until thickened.
- Pour the wet mixture into the flour mixture and stir with a wooden spoon until a sticky dough forms.
- Knead the dough for about 1 minute, cover with a damp towel, and let rise for 1 hour.
- About 15 minutes before the rise is complete, preheat the oven to 425°F and place a large sheet pan inside.
- Divide the dough into 2 equal loaves, brush with beaten egg, and place on the hot sheet pan lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 35 minutes, or until the bread reaches an internal temperature of 205°F.
- Allow the loaves to cool completely before slicing and serving.
Notes
Add rosemary, thyme, or oregano for a savory variation.
For a sweeter loaf, add a little extra maple syrup and a pinch of cinnamon.
Top with sesame seeds, sunflower seeds, or flaxseeds before baking for added texture.
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days.
Freeze sliced bread in a freezer-safe bag and reheat in a toaster or oven before serving.
- Prep Time: 60 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 146 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 250 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 4 mg
