Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup unflavored whey protein isolate
- 1/2 cup pea protein powder (for plant-based option)
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt or cottage cheese
- 1 cup almond flour or oat flour
- 4 eggs or 6 egg whites
- 2 tbsp chia or flax seeds
- 1 tbsp baking powder or 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 tsp salt
- Optional: 1 tsp garlic powder, dried herbs, or nutritional yeast
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine protein powders, flour, baking powder/soda, salt, and any dry seasonings.
- Whisk in eggs or egg whites, Greek yogurt or cottage cheese, and apple cider vinegar.
- Add chia or flax seeds and let the batter rest for 5 minutes to thicken.
- Pour batter into a 9×5-inch loaf pan lined with parchment or nonstick sprayed.
- Smooth the top with a spatula.
- Bake for 35–45 minutes, checking doneness with a toothpick.
- If the top browns too quickly, tent with foil halfway through baking.
- Remove from oven and let the bread cool completely on a rack before slicing.
Notes
Don’t overmix the batter—especially with whey protein—to avoid a dense loaf. Resting the batter helps seeds absorb moisture for better structure.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American