Bread doesn't have to be off-limits on a ketogenic or low-carb diet. With the right ingredients and techniques, you can create delicious alternatives that fit your macros.
Basic Keto Bread (5g net carbs per slice)
Ingredients:
- 2½ cups almond flour
- 4 large eggs, separated
- ¼ cup melted butter
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp xanthan gum
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup warm water
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9x5 loaf pan with parchment paper.
- Beat egg whites until stiff peaks form.
- In a separate bowl, combine almond flour, baking powder, xanthan gum, and salt.
- Mix egg yolks, melted butter, and warm water into dry ingredients.
- Gently fold in egg whites until just combined.
- Bake 50-60 minutes until golden brown.
Cloud Bread (0.4g net carbs per piece)
Ingredients:
- 3 large eggs, separated
- 3 oz cream cheese, softened
- ¼ tsp cream of tartar
- Pinch of salt
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C).
- Beat egg whites with cream of tartar until stiff peaks form.
- Mix egg yolks, cream cheese, and salt until smooth.
- Fold egg whites into the yolk mixture gently.
- Form into 6 rounds on a lined baking sheet.
- Bake 25-30 minutes until golden.
Tips for Success
- Room temperature ingredients yield better results
- Don't overmix when combining wet and dry ingredients
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days
- Freeze sliced bread for up to 3 months
Common Keto Bread Ingredients
- Almond flour
- Coconut flour
- Psyllium husk powder
- Flaxseed meal
- Xanthan gum
- Eggs
- Cream cheese
- Butter
Troubleshooting
- Dense bread: Check baking powder freshness
- Crumbly texture: Add xanthan gum
- Eggy taste: Use room temperature ingredients
- Collapsed center: Don't open the oven while baking
Remember to calculate net carbs by subtracting fiber from total carbohydrates when tracking macros.
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