Keto Coconut Flour Bread - Recipe - Diet Doctor (2024)

Keto Coconut Flour Bread - Recipe - Diet Doctor (1)

We almost called this one "Almost Cornbread." But... well... no corn. Don't let that stop you from pairing it with chili. Or spread the butter on thick and serve it up with a big bowl of bone broth. Primal satisfaction!

May 23 2017 recipe by Maria Emmerich, photo by Emma Shevtzoff, nutritional review by Franziska Spritzler, RD, CDE in Recipes, Bread

We almost called this one "Almost Cornbread." But... well... no corn. Don't let that stop you from pairing it with chili. Or spread the butter on thick and serve it up with a big bowl of bone broth. Primal satisfaction!

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16 servingservings

Ingredients

  • ½ cup 120 ml melted coconut oil, melted (save some for greasing the pan)
  • 12 12 large egglarge eggs
  • 1 cup (313 oz.) 240 ml (95 g) coconut flour
  • ½ tsp ½ tsp sea salt
  • ½ tsp ½ tsp baking powder

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Instructions

Instructions are for 16 servings. Please modify as needed.

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5x3" (23x13x8cm) loaf pan and set it aside.

  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, and coconut oil.

  3. Add the dry ingredients, and stir until combined.

  4. Spread the batter in the loaf pan. Bake on the middle rack for 40-50 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean, after inserting in the center of the loaf.

  5. Set aside to cool for 15-20 minutes, and then slice to serve.

Tips

We love this bread with soups and sandwiches.

This bread is neutral in flavor but if you want to you can add your favorite spices or why not try 1-2 tablespoons of our holiday bread seasoning?

You can store this bread in the fridge for 3-4 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months. Make sure you slice the bread prior to freezing it and place parchment paper between each slice. That way you will always have easy access to the number of slices you need. We recommend using a toaster or toaster oven for reheating.

Troubleshooting

Did your bread turn green when baking it? It has been known to happen with this recipe. Don't worry, it's perfectly safe to eat.

The green color is the result of a chemical reaction between the leavening agent, in this case baking soda and chlorophyl or chlorogenic acid. This reaction is most common in recipes using sunflower seeds or meal but has been known to happen with other flours as well.

To prevent this from happening you can reduce the amount of baking powder by one third and/or add a couple of teaspoons of vinegar or lemon juice to the wet ingredients before adding them to the dry ones.

About the recipe

This recipe is part of a collaboration with Maria Emmerich, a best-selling American cookbook writer. Check out her website for more keto inspiration and recipes.

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186 comments

  1. 351

    Reply to comment #350 by Shazi

    Crystal Pullen Team Diet Doctor

    July 27 2020

    Hi kristin.I want to stop losing weight.cant afford to lose any more weight.what to do? In article it only say go to basic of keto n that i am already doing but still losing weight.What i need to do more? I think i am also losing muscle as my arms are geting saggy.Thx

    Increasing the amount of protein you're eating may be beneficial for both muscle gain and slowing your weight loss. Here is a guide on how much protein is recommended. https://www.dietdoctor.com/low-carb/protein

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    Shazi

    July 28 2020

    Hi crystal.do you have target fat ranges chart just like protein chart.i found the protein chart in the article you shared.i will be v helpful.kindly share the fat chart as well.thanks.i started keto to control my sugar levels. hope by increasing protein i dont mess with my sugar levels and insulin harmone and able to stop my weight loss.

    Reply: #355

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    Reply to comment #353 by Shazi

    Crystal Pullen Team Diet Doctor

    July 28 2020

    Hi crystal.do you have target fat ranges chart just like protein chart.i found the protein chart in the article you shared.i will be v helpful.kindly share the fat chart as well.thanks.i started keto to control my sugar levels. hope by increasing protein i dont mess with my sugar levels and insulin harmone and able to stop my weight loss.

    Fat should be added for flavor and satiety and which will vary by individual. Check out this guide to fat for more details. https://www.dietdoctor.com/low-carb/how-much-fat

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    Donna

    August 8 2020

    We love this bread! The recipe turned out perfectly as directed. It’s our new go-to. Thanks.

    Reply: #358

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    David Munro

    August 9 2020

    This is my first attempt at any keto baking and it turned out fine. Not quite as nice looking as the photo but definitely bread like in appearance. Tastes a bit more like coconut cake than bread but at least something to put a bit of ham and cheese on.

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    Reply to comment #356 by Donna

    Kerry Merritt Team Diet Doctor

    August 9 2020

    We love this bread! The recipe turned out perfectly as directed. It’s our new go-to. Thanks.

    Great! So glad you enjoyed it!

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    susanmhuggins

    August 12 2020

    Agree with David. My first attempt at a Keto bread. It turned out fine but was more like an unsweet coconut cake in texture and taste. Ok with butter on with soup but not sure I’d make it again.

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    Crystal Pullen Team Diet Doctor

    October 5 2020

    Made this for the first time yesterday and was super disappointed. I followed the recipe exactly how it said and it made enough for about 2 or 3 regular slices of bread. It didn't rise and it was extremely oily and grainy, even sing the normal coconut flour and coconut oil. Would NOT recommend, unfortunately.

    I am sorry you did not love this one. With only 1/4 tsp of baking powder for the 12 serving loaf, it will not rise much at all.

  12. 362

    Reply to comment #275 by Jennifer

    mfcytacki

    October 9 2020

    Did you use BAKING SODA? Recipe uses BAKING POWDER. Maybe your results would be better?

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    Frederik

    October 21 2020

    For my first time baking, it came out rather decent, my only difficulty was that i didnt have a small baking tray so it ended out kind of flat and the fact that it wasnt specified what kind of coconut flour to use. i ended up using the flaky kind that is being sold in my city even so it turned out decent. but the bottom was very oily, maybe i used too much oil.

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    Jakob Schmidt

    November 20 2020

    I've turned this into a 'banana' bread with some vanilla and banana essence and a teaspoon of erythritol.
    Still kinda need peanut butter on top, but it's an amazing treat.

    Reply: #365

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    Reply to comment #364 by Jakob Schmidt

    Crystal Pullen Team Diet Doctor

    November 20 2020

    I've turned this into a 'banana' bread with some vanilla and banana essence and a teaspoon of erythritol.
    Still kinda need peanut butter on top, but it's an amazing treat.

    Great idea to add the extracts to mix it up!

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    Carla

    December 2 2020

    I'm going to try this recipes because it looks so good. The recipe calls for 6 eggs but the video has 12 eggs.....so which is the correct amount? Looks really easy. Also, could I use refined coconut oil instead.... so it won't taste like coconut cake, like some of the reviews have stated?

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    Kathleen

    December 7 2020

    Hi I have made. Keto coconut bread and it did not rise

    Reply: #368

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    Reply to comment #367 by Kathleen

    Kristin Parker Team Diet Doctor

    December 7 2020

    Hi I have made. Keto coconut bread and it did not rise

    Keto breads don't generally rise like traditional versions. If anything, check to make sure your baking powder is fresh.

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    Diana

    January 8 2021

    I made this bread last night and it was okay. I can see why people who love cornbread would totally love it, but that's not me, unfortunately... I found its taste and texture a bit thick, but otherwise it's fluffy and really easy to prepare. I would recommend it for those who miss cornbread.

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    Gabriela

    January 16 2021

    Just made it. Didn't grow much, colour is completely different than the picture.
    The taste is okay, but it is too greasy. Consider using less coconut oil.

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    me

    February 1 2021

    I have a question the recipe calls for 6 eggs but the video shows like 12 in the bowl??? Am I missing something is this why some people say the recipe doesn't work well??? Or is the video just a double batch? I want to make but would like to know the difference between the recipe and the video please. Thanks Diet Doctor in advance.

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    Reply to comment #371 by me

    Crystal Pullen Team Diet Doctor

    February 1 2021

    I have a question the recipe calls for 6 eggs but the video shows like 12 in the bowl??? Am I missing something is this why some people say the recipe doesn't work well??? Or is the video just a double batch? I want to make but would like to know the difference between the recipe and the video please. Thanks Diet Doctor in advance.

    The video appears to be a double batch of the recipe baked in a larger (longer) than average loaf pan. The recipe is correct as written.

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    sue

    April 8 2021

    Very good. I added some orange peel and a tsp of splenda and smells really nice, not too sweet.
    I made it for 8 (4 eggs, and the 60ml goes to 80 ml both in oil and flour).
    Next time will I will try to add rosemary and bacon, or for a sweet one cinnamon, or coconut or choc chips with no sugar.
    Great to use as base for many combinations.

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    Heli

    April 8 2021

    I made this today and it turned out really nice. I used 100g of coconut oil rather than 120g as that's all I had left. Consistency was lovely regardless. I also added some chopped pecans and flaked almonds in the mix too, annoyingly forgot about the pumpkin seeds which would have suited well too. I got exactly 12 slices out of the loaf just as described in the recipe.

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    Jill Wallentin Team Diet Doctor

    May 19 2021

    Hello there!
    Thanks so much for your feedback. We've listened, re-tested this recipe, and improved it. We hope once you try it again yourself, you'll notice the difference — and love it as much as we do.
    Happy cooking!

    /The recipe team

    P.S. To keep the comments section up-to-date, we've gone ahead and removed any comments regarding the now-resolved issues. Thanks!

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    nick

    July 7 2021

    made this bread this morning, came out just like the pictures and video but it was a little too eggy. next time i make it i will use about 2 less eggs and maybe some heavy cream to substitute the liquid loss from less eggs. also will use some xanthan gum

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    Bee

    April 7 2022

    It turned out nicely. I followed the recipe throughout and I guess it ended up the way it's supposed to be, but the taste isn't for me. I'm hesitant to try again but if I do I'd definitely be adding some erythritol to add a bit of flavor to it.

    I've been toying around with low-calorie recipes for my dad who recently had a stroke. Thanks for the recipes you publish. This one's not my taste but I'm sure someone out there loves it

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    Liz in NV

    March 22 2023

    I am curious about the calories …??…. Looking forward to baking a batch.Thank You Much

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    Reply to comment #378 by Liz in NV

    Kristin Parker Team Diet Doctor

    March 22 2023

    I am curious about the calories …??…. Looking forward to baking a batch.Thank You Much

    The full nutrition information is a benefit of Diet Doctor Plus. We do offer a 30 day free trial.
    https://www.dietdoctor.com/new-member

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    Bonnie

    April 26 2023

    Because of an autoimmune condition, I am limited in the choices of foods that my body tolerates. This is my go to recipe when I want some bread. I toast a slice, spread bacon fat on it, put some plain Culina yogurt with a few drops of stevia and sliced strawberries. It tastes like strawberry shortcake! Delicious! My husband who maintains a keto lifestyle likes it too. In my book, this is a 5 star recipe!

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FAQs

What is the secret to baking with coconut flour? ›

Use a 1:4 ratio when substituting coconut flour with all-purpose flour. This means that for every 1 cup of regular flour, you only use ¼ cup of coconut flour. Following this ratio will help make your low-carb baked goods come out the way you hope.

Can I use coconut flour in keto diet? ›

Next to almond flour, it's one of the most popular and commonly used keto flours. A 2-tablespoon (15-gram) serving provides 9 grams of total carbs and 4 grams of net carbs ( 4 ). In most recipes, you need only a small amount of coconut flour.

Are keto breads really keto friendly? ›

Keto bread is a low carb bread that is made with keto-friendly ingredients like almond flour, coconut flour, psyllium husk, and eggs​​. These ingredients replace traditional bread ingredients that aren't conducive to a keto diet, like wheat and whole grains.

Is almond flour or coconut flour better for baking? ›

Coconut flour has a slightly sweet and nutty flavor, with a hint of coconut aroma. It has a more absorbent texture and tends to create denser, moister baked goods compared to almond flour.

What is the binding agent for coconut flour? ›

Baked goods made of coconut flour tend to fall apart. You will have to bind them well. Products that help bind are: eggs, liquid sweeteners and flax seeds. If you choose to use eggs as a binding agent, a good rule of thumb to follow is 1 egg to every ounce of coconut flour used.

Does coconut flour need more baking powder? ›

Replacing wheat flour with coconut flour

But when working with coconut flour, you always need to decrease the flour and increase the eggs and baking powder. For example, conventional pumpkin bread takes 2 cups of wheat flour, 2 eggs, ½ cup butter or oil, and 1 ½ teaspoons of baking powder.

Does coconut flour spike insulin? ›

It also contains more fiber and protein than wheat flour. Coconut flour can also help you: Control blood sugar. Because of its lower glycemic index rating, using coconut flour in baked goods instead of wheat flour could help control blood sugar spikes.

Which is better for keto almond or coconut flour? ›

Nutrition Facts

As you can see, almond flour is far higher in fat than coconut flour, making it superior for those following a Ketogenic Diet, or a Low Carb High Fat (LCHF) diet. Coconut flour is far higher in carbohydrates than almond flour.

What keto flour is closest to all purpose? ›

Almond flour is often considered the keto “all-purpose” flour. Generally, you can use almond flour at a 1:1 ratio with regular flour.

Is it OK to eat keto bread everyday? ›

You can, maybe a slice or two here and there, but you ideally don't want to be eating too much of it. This is because a keto diet involves eating minimal carbs; less than 50g a day. However, a slice of bread contains around 20g of carbs, which is quite a chunk of your daily carbohydrate allocation.

Is peanut butter OK on keto? ›

Peanut butter can definitely be part of a keto diet, but it's best to stick to plain options that are free of extra flavors and sweeteners. Almond butter is a good choice, too, and it's slightly lower in carbs. Additionally, you should be mindful of your portion size if you're trying to lose weight.

Which bread is most keto friendly? ›

Sourdough is a traditional favorite, and thanks to the Great Low Carb Bread Co. you can now fit it in your keto plan. Each slice of this sourdough bread has 8 grams of carbohydrates, 7 grams of fiber, 3 grams of fat, and 7 grams of protein, making it perfectly balanced for a keto diet. And it's delicious, too.

Can I mix almond flour with coconut flour for baking? ›

Coconut flour can be baked at the same temperature as other recipes, no need for adjustment. The best ratio is 3:1 almond flour to coconut flour. This low carb flour substitution closely mirrors all-purpose flour without the need for additional eggs.

What is the best keto flour? ›

  • If you're following a keto diet, then you need flours that are low in carbohydrates.
  • Best flour in terms of good nutrients and low carb would be almond, coconut, ground sunflower and pumpkin seeds, and ground flax and sesame seeds.
  • Oats, chickpea and fava bean flours are other low carb and high fiber options.
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How much coconut flour to replace almond flour? ›

Coconut flour is particularly absorbent and sucks up a lot of moisture. Replacing coconut flour for almond flour (or grain flours) requires that you adjust the amount of liquid and eggs added. A good starting point is to substitute 1 cup of almond flour with 1/4 cup (1 ounce) of coconut flour.

Can I replace all purpose flour with coconut flour? ›

Dough will often be much thicker than expected when baking with coconut flour. Don't worry too much, just keep going. A quick rule of thumb is to swap about 1/4 to 1/3 cup coconut flour for 1 cup of regular flour.

Is coconut flour hard to bake with? ›

It's incredibly useful and makes some of the best low carb, grain free baked goods. In fact, my favorite keto chocolate cupcakes are made entirely with coconut flour. But if you don't know how to work with it, coconut flour can be difficult and sometimes very frustrating.

How do you make coconut flour taste better? ›

Just throw in more flavor when baking with coconut flour. If you're making sweet recipes, such as shortbread, chocolate chip coconut flour cookies, coconut flour muffins or pie crust, use extra chocolate, cocoa powder or vanilla extract.

What is the best way to use coconut flour? ›

Best Uses
  1. Pancakes, muffins, brownies and cupcake recipes specifically written specifically for this flour.
  2. Use up to 20% coconut flour in a gluten free flour blend.
  3. Works well with mild flours like millet, white rice and almond flour.
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