How to make healthy and Zone Diet Almond Flour Bread

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Almond flour bread is a type of bread made with almond flour as the primary ingredient instead of traditional wheat flour. It’s a popular alternative for those who are gluten-free or following a low-carb, Zone or paleo diet. Almond flour is made from ground almonds and is high in protein, fiber, healthy fats, and various vitamins and minerals.

Some popular ingredients in almond flour bread recipes include eggs, butter or coconut oil, baking powder, and psyllium husk powder or ground flaxseed, which help to bind the bread and give it a more bread-like texture. Almond flour bread can be enjoyed toasted, plain, or with various toppings, such as avocado, nut butter, or cheese.

Overall, almond flour bread is a great alternative for those looking to cut down on carbs, gluten, or wheat in their diet while still enjoying a delicious and satisfying bread.

Here’s a simple recipe for almond flour bread:

almond flour bread

Almond Flour Bread

Almond flour bread is typically denser and moister than traditional wheat bread due to the lack of gluten, which is a protein found in wheat flour that gives bread its structure and elasticity. However, it can be just as delicious and satisfying, and there are many recipes available for almond flour bread that range from simple to complex.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Course Breakfast, Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 4 people
Calories 169 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Mixing Bowl
  • 1 Microwave oven

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups almond flour
  • 1/4 cup ground flaxseed
  • 1/4 cup psyllium husk powder
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup melted butter or coconut oil
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk
  • 1 tbsp honey optional

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a loaf pan with parchment paper.
  • In a mixing bowl, whisk together the almond flour, ground flaxseed, psyllium husk powder, baking powder, and salt.
  • Add in the eggs, melted butter or coconut oil, almond milk, and honey (if using). Mix until well combined and a dough forms.
  • Transfer the dough to the lined loaf pan and smooth out the top with a spatula.
  • Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the bread is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.

Notes

This recipe makes approximately 12 slices of almond flour bread. You can customize the recipe by adding in your favorite herbs or spices, such as rosemary or garlic powder, for added flavor.
Keyword almond Flour, flatbread

Here’s the approximate nutrition information:

  • Calories: 169
  • Total Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Cholesterol: 63mg
  • Sodium: 181mg
  • Total Carbohydrate: 6g
  • Dietary Fiber: 4g
  • Sugars: 1g Protein: 6g

It’s important to note that the nutrition information may vary slightly depending on the specific brands of ingredients used and the size of the slices. Additionally, if you adjust the recipe by adding or omitting any ingredients, the nutrition information will also change.

ZONE BLOCKS BREAKUP

Here are the approximate Zone blocks in this dish:

  • 2 cups almond flour: 32 blocks of fat
  • 1/4 cup ground flaxseed: 2 blocks of fat
  • 1/4 cup psyllium husk powder: negligible protein, fat, and carbohydrates
  • 1 tsp baking powder: negligible protein, fat, and carbohydrates
  • 1/2 tsp salt: negligible protein, fat, and carbohydrates
  • 4 large eggs: 16 blocks of protein and 12 blocks of fat
  • 1/4 cup melted butter or coconut oil: 16 blocks of fat
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk: 0.5 blocks of carbohydrate and less than 1/2 block of protein
  • 1 tbsp honey (optional): 3 blocks of carbohydrate

Total Zone Blocks in Entire Dish:

  • Protein: 16 blocks (all from eggs)
  • Carbohydrate: 3.5 blocks (0.5 from almond milk and 3 from honey)
  • Fat: 66 blocks (32 from almond flour, 2 from flaxseed, 16 from butter or coconut oil, and 16 from eggs)

Note: This recipe is for almond flour bread or rolls and contains a high amount of fat relative to protein and carbohydrates. The Zone diet recommends balancing every meal and snack with a specific ratio of macronutrients, typically consisting of 30% protein, 40% carbohydrate, and 30% fat. This recipe may not be suitable for every individual following the Zone diet, and it is recommended to consult a registered dietitian or healthcare provider to determine the specific nutrition needs for individual goals and health conditions.