🍞 Crispy Protein Bread (Weight-Loss Friendly)
🛒 Ingredients
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1 cup oat flour (or almond flour for low-carb)
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½ cup unflavored protein powder (whey or plant-based)
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1 tsp baking powder
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½ tsp salt
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1 tsp garlic powder (optional, for savory flavor)
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2 eggs
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½ cup Greek yogurt (or dairy-free yogurt)
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2 tbsp olive oil
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2–3 tbsp water or milk (as needed)
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1 tbsp seeds (chia, flax, sesame – optional)
👩🍳 Instructions
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Preheat Oven: 180°C (350°F). Line a loaf pan with parchment paper.
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Mix Dry Ingredients:
In a bowl, combine oat flour, protein powder, baking powder, salt, and garlic powder. -
Mix Wet Ingredients:
In another bowl, whisk eggs, Greek yogurt, olive oil, and water/milk. -
Combine:
Add wet ingredients to dry. Mix until a thick batter forms. -
Add Seeds (Optional):
Fold in seeds for extra fiber and crunch. -
Bake:
Pour into loaf pan and bake for 25–30 minutes. -
Make it Crispy:
Slice and toast in a pan or toaster for crispy edges.
❓ Q & A
Q: Is this bread good for weight loss?
A: Yes! It’s high in protein, low in sugar, and keeps you full longer—reducing cravings.
Q: How many calories per slice?
A: Around 90–120 calories per slice, depending on ingredients.
Q: Can I make it low-carb?
A: Yes! Use almond flour instead of oat flour.
Q: Can I make it vegan?
A: Yes! Replace:
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Eggs → flax eggs (1 tbsp flax + 3 tbsp water per egg)
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Greek yogurt → plant-based yogurt
Q: How do I store it?
A:
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Fridge: Up to 5 days
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Freezer: Up to 2 months (slice before freezing)
Q: Can I use flavored protein powder?
A: Yes! For sweet version, use vanilla protein and add cinnamon + a little honey.
Q: How can I eat this bread?
A: Great with:
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Avocado
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Peanut butter
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Eggs
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Tuna
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Cottage cheese
