Zero Carb (Low-Carb) Yogurt Bread
Ingredients
- 1 cup (245 g) plain full-fat Greek yogurt
- 1 cup (96 g) finely ground almond flour
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
- 1 teaspoon dried herbs (dill, rosemary, thyme, or Italian seasoning) (optional)
- 1 tablespoon melted butter or olive oil (optional, for a softer texture)
Equipment
- 8 x 4-inch loaf pan
- Parchment paper
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk or electric mixer
- Cooling rack
Instructions
1. Prepare the oven
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease and line a loaf pan with parchment paper.
2. Mix wet ingredients
- Beat the eggs until light and slightly frothy.
- Add Greek yogurt and whisk until smooth.
3. Mix dry ingredients
Combine:
- Almond flour
- Baking powder
- Salt
- Herbs (if using)
- Garlic powder (optional)
4. Combine
- Fold dry ingredients into wet ingredients.
- Mix until no dry flour remains.
- Do not overmix.
5. Bake
- Pour batter into the loaf pan.
- Smooth the top.
- Bake 35–45 minutes, or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Internal temperature should be about 200°F (93°C).
6. Cool
- Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
- Transfer to a rack.
- Cool completely before slicing.
Nutrition (Approximate)
Makes 10 slices
Per slice:
- Calories: 115
- Protein: 6 g
- Fat: 9 g
- Total Carbohydrates: 3.5 g
- Fiber: 1.8 g
- Net Carbs: 1.7 g
(Nutrition varies depending on brands used.)
Tips for Success
- Use full-fat Greek yogurt, not regular yogurt.
- Almond flour should be finely ground, not almond meal.
- Room-temperature eggs create a lighter loaf.
- Let the bread cool before slicing to prevent crumbling.
- Store wrapped to retain moisture.
Flavor Variations
Herb Bread
- 1 tsp rosemary
- 1 tsp thyme
- ½ tsp garlic powder
Cheesy Bread
- Add ½ cup shredded cheddar or mozzarella.
Sweet Version
- Add:
- 2 tbsp keto sweetener
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ tsp cinnamon
Seeded Bread
Top with:
- Sesame seeds
- Poppy seeds
- Sunflower seeds
Storage
Room Temperature
- Up to 2 days in an airtight container.
Refrigerator
- Up to 5 days.
Freezer
- Slice first.
- Freeze up to 3 months.
- Toast from frozen.
Common Questions (Q&A)
Q: Is this really zero carb?
A: No. Greek yogurt and almond flour both contain carbohydrates. It is low-carb rather than zero-carb.
Q: Can I use coconut flour instead of almond flour?
A: Not directly. Coconut flour absorbs much more liquid. Use about ¼–⅓ cup coconut flour and you may need an extra egg or more yogurt.
Q: Can I use regular yogurt?
A: Greek yogurt is best because it is thicker. Regular yogurt makes the batter too wet.
Q: Can I make it dairy-free?
A: Yes, use a thick unsweetened dairy-free Greek-style yogurt.
Q: Why did my bread sink?
A: Possible reasons include:
- Underbaking
- Overmixing
- Old baking powder
- Opening the oven door too early
Q: Why is the bread crumbly?
A: Almond flour breads are naturally more delicate. Cooling completely before slicing helps.
Q: Can I toast it?
A: Yes. It toasts very well and develops a crisp exterior.
Q: Is this keto-friendly?
A: Yes, for most keto diets. Each slice contains approximately 2 grams of net carbs.
Q: Can I make muffins instead?
A: Yes. Divide the batter into a muffin tin and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 20–25 minutes.
Q: Can I add protein powder?
A: Yes. Replace up to ÂĽ cup of the almond flour with an unflavored or vanilla protein powder, adding a little extra yogurt if the batter becomes too thick.
Serving Ideas
- Toasted with butter
- Avocado and eggs
- Cream cheese
- Smoked salmon
- Chicken salad sandwiches
- Sugar-free jam
- Peanut or almond butter
