Zero Carb Yogurt Bread

This is a loaf of bread made from seven pantry ingredients: Greek yogurt, almond flour, eggs, baking powder, salt, and optional garlic and onion powder. You stir everything into a smooth batter in one bowl, pour it into a greased loaf pan and bake it for about 35 minutes. Prep takes 10 minutes, the total is 45 minutes, and the recipe makes 1 loaf.

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There is no wheat flour in it. Each slice has about 3 grams of carbohydrates and 8 grams of protein, so it is low in carbohydrates.

What Goes in the Batter

The amounts are on the recipe card. Each ingredient does a specific job.

• Greek yogurt (1 cup): gives the loaf a creamy texture and a tangy flavor. Let it come to room temperature before mixing so it blends smoothly.
• Almond flour (1 cup): replaces wheat flour and adds a nutty flavor.
• Eggs (1/2 cup, about 4 large): bind the batter together.
• Baking powder (1 teaspoon): lifts the loaf so it bakes with a light crumb.
• Salt (1/2 teaspoon): keeps the bread from tasting bland.
• Garlic powder (1 teaspoon) and onion powder (1 teaspoon): optional, and they make the bread more savory, which suits sandwiches and toast.

Baking It

Heat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and mix the ingredients until the batter is smooth. Grease the loaf pan before you pour the batter in so the bread comes out easily.

Ovens vary, so start checking around the 30-minute mark. The loaf is done when the top is golden brown and a toothpick pushed into the center comes out clean. If the top browns too fast, cover it loosely with aluminum foil. Let the loaf cool before you slice it.

Flavor Changes

Herbs

Add rosemary, thyme or basil, fresh or dried, to the batter.

Cheese

Mix in shredded cheddar or mozzarella. It makes the slices richer and suits sandwiches or a side with soup.

Sweet version

Add a couple of tablespoons of low-carb sweetener with some cinnamon and vanilla extract. This version works for low-carb French toast, or you can eat it with a cup of coffee.

Ways to Eat It

For breakfast, top a slice with avocado and poached eggs, or toast it and spread it with butter. At lunch it makes a sandwich base, for example with turkey, spinach and a light spread of hummus. As a snack, toast a slice and top it with cream cheese and fresh herbs, or with almond butter and a sprinkle of cinnamon.

Toasting adds a crisp texture. If you want to prepare ahead, slice the loaf and keep the slices in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Nutrition per Slice

One slice has about 80 calories, 4 grams of fat (1 gram saturated), 3 grams of carbohydrates, 1 gram of fiber, 1 gram of sugar, 8 grams of protein and 200 milligrams of sodium.

FAQ

How do you store it?

Keep it in an airtight container in the refrigerator. It lasts about 4 to 5 days. You can also freeze slices for longer storage.

Can I use a different flour?

You can try other low-carb flours, such as coconut flour. The liquid may need adjusting, because different flours absorb moisture differently.

What can you put on it?

Avocado and poached eggs are a savory option. Almond butter or sugar-free jam works for something sweet.

How do you know when it is done?

The top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. If the top browns too quickly, cover it loosely with aluminum foil.

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