Sweet, soft Almond & Coconut Flour Bread is naturally gluten-free! Baked in less than an hour with 1 bowl and minimum ingredients!
This Almond & Coconut Flour Bread is…
- Soft
- Sweet
- Egg-free
- Gluten-free
- Vegan-friendly
- Delicious!
Almond vs Coconut Flour
Almond flour and coconut flour are excellent ingredients for gluten-free baking. They share some similar properties, but are made from completely different plants. Almond flour is blanched almonds which have been finely ground into a powder, while coconut flour is made from dried, ground coconut meat. Almond flour has a slightly nutty flavor and chewy texture. Coconut flour is mild with a sweet coconut essence.
Both almond and coconut flours are dense, highly absorbent flours. Neither works well with yeast, so baking powder or baking soda are used to allow the bread to rise. Even though each flour has an established flavor, the taste profile is still very delicate. It can be easily adapted to become more sweet or even savory! Experiment with different spices and herbs to create your own delicious combination!
Ingredients for Almond & Coconut Flour Bread
Almond Flour – Made from finely ground blanched almonds, almond flour is a great choice for gluten-free baking. It creates soft, deliciously nutty baked goods!
Coconut Flour – Coconut flour is very absorbent and so extra liquid may be needed to prevent the bread from drying out.
Baking Powder – Baking powder is the leavening agent used to give the bread rise while it is baking.
Salt – Salt rounds out the flavors of the bread, but if you are watching sodium intake, do not use it in this recipe.
Milk – Whether dairy or non-dairy, milk is required to blend the ingredients together. If your batter seems too dry, add another 1/4 cup and re-mix.
Egg Replacer – In order to keep this recipe egg-free, we use an egg replacer powder which is a mixture of psyllium husk and various starches.
Coconut Oil – Coconut oil adds moisture, enhances the coconut flavor, and yields a softer crumb.
Honey – Since almond flour is already slightly sweet, you may not want the honey. It depends on how sweet you want the bread to be.
Apple Cider Vinegar – Apple cider vinegar is the activating agent for the baking powder to increase the rise of the bread during baking.
Variations
Chocolate: Add 2 tablespoons of cocoa powder to the batter and top with chocolate chips.
Fruity: Add 2 tablespoons freeze dried berry powder to the batter and top with coconut flakes.
Savory: Add 2 tablespoons mixed herbs, (such as dill, oregano, and thyme), to the batter, along with one teaspoon each of garlic powder and onion powder.
Diet Compatibility and Allergens
| Diet | Recipe compatible as written? | Recommended substitutions |
| Keto | No. | Use keto-friendly sweetener instead of honey. |
| Paleo | No. | Use 1 tsp baking soda instead of baking powder and 4 eggs. |
| Whole30 | No. | Use 1 tsp baking soda instead of baking powder and 4 eggs. |
| Gluten-free | Yes. | N/A |
| Vegetarian | Yes. | N/A |
| Vegan | No. | Use dairy-free milk. |
| Low sodium | No. | Eliminate salt. |
| Dairy-free | No. | Use dairy-free milk. |
| Mediterranean | Yes. | N/A |
| Low FODMAP | No. | N/A |
| Atkins | No. | Use keto-friendly sweetener instead of honey. |
| Allergen | Present in recipe? | Recommended substitutions |
| Milk | Yes. | Use dairy-free milk. |
| Eggs | No. | N/A |
| Fish | No. | N/A |
| Shellfish | No. | N/A |
| Tree nuts | Yes (according to FDA). | N/A |
| Peanuts | No. | N/A |
| Wheat (Gluten) | No. | N/A |
| Soy | No. | N/A |
| Sesame | No. | N/A |
How to Make Almond & Coconut Flour Bread
Step One: Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Prepare a 9×5 loaf pan with oil or parchment paper.
Step Two: In a large bowl, mix dry ingredients.
Step Three: Add in wet ingredients and mix until the batter just comes together. Let batter sit 5 minutes.
Step Four: Scoop batter into the prepared loaf pan. Bake for 35 minutes until a knife in the center comes out clean.
Step Five: Let cool to room temperature, slice, & serve!
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FAQ
Yes! Almond flour and coconut flour are both dense, absorbent flours, but can create fantastic baked goods when mixed with additional ingredients.
Coconut flour is very absorbent and so requires more liquid to prevent dryness when baking.
Eggs, chia seeds, psyllium husk, and various starches are all great binders for almond flour. In this recipe, we use an egg replacer powder which is a mix of psyllium husk and starches.
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PrintAlmond & Coconut Flour Bread (So Soft!)
Sweet, soft Almond & Coconut Flour Bread is naturally gluten-free! Ready in less than an hour with 1 bowl and minimum ingredients!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 45 Minutes
- Yield: ~8 slices
Ingredients
2 cups almond flour
1 cup coconut flour
2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 cup milk
1/4 cup egg replacer (equivalent to ~4 eggs)
2 tbsp coconut oil, melted
2 tbsp honey
1 tsp apple cider vinegar
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Prepare a 9×5 loaf pan with oil or parchment paper.
In a large bowl, mix dry ingredients.
Add in wet ingredients and mix until the batter just comes together. Let batter sit 5 minutes.
Scoop batter into the prepared loaf pan. Bake for 35 minutes until a knife in the center comes out clean.
Let cool to room temperature, slice, & serve!
Nutrition Facts
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 542
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 204mg
- Fat: 43.2g
- Saturated Fat: 26.1g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 14g
- Protein: 14.5g
- Cholesterol: 6mg
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