This is the best paleo bread recipe. It's gluten-free, dairy-free and nut free and still tastes like real bread. It's made without almond four and instead uses cassava flour, coconut flour, and flax seeds to give it the perfect texture.
I love making paleo baked goods like paleo chocolate chip banana bread, paleo chocolate chip zucchini bread and paleo carrot cake banana bread and today I am sharing my all time favourite paleo bread recipe.
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Why you'll love this recipe:
- It tastes amazing! You would never know this is a grain free bread recipe. It's soft on the inside and firm on the outside and has the perfect texture.
- This paleo bread is really quick and easy to make. Plus you don't need a bread maker to maker this bread!
- Besides being paleo, this bread is also gluten-free, grain free, nut free, refined sugar free, and dairy-free just like my paleo bagels and gluten-free yogurt biscuits. It's also made without almond flour.
- It's so versatile and can be eaten plain, topped with butter or jam, made into toast, made into croutons or paleo stuffing, or used for sandwiches.
- It's cheaper to make your own paleo bread rather than buying store bought versions or pre-made versions so it's a great way to save money on groceries.
Ingredients and substitutions:
For the full ingredient list and exact measurements refer to the recipe card later in this post.
Jump to the Recipe Card.- Cassava flour - I don't recommend swapping this for any other flours. Note that cassava flour and tapioca flour are not the same thing so don't try and use tapioca flour for this bread recipe.
- Ground flax seeds - to help give this paleo bread the perfect texture. Don't try swapping this for any other ingredient.
- Coconut flour - helps give this bread that nice firm crust.
- Eggs - these are a must to help this bread rise. Cassava flour bakes best with eggs. Do not try using any egg replacers for this recipe.
- Coconut milk - to help add moisture and some natural sweetness to this bread. Don't worry, the bread doesn't taste like coconut. I recommend using full fat coconut milk for the best taste and texture. If you don’t have coconut milk use another dairy-free milk such as almond milk or cashew milk instead.
- Coconut oil - this helps give this paleo bread the perfect firm crust. I have not tried any other oils in this recipe and wouldn't recommend swapping this out.
- Maple syrup - just a little is used to give this bread a hint of sweetness while keeping it refined sugar free. You could also use honey to naturally sweeten this bread.
- Apple cider vinegar - this reacts with the baking soda to help the bread rise when it bakes. You could use lemon juice instead.
Recipe variations and add ins:
- This paleo bread freezes really well so feel free to make a double batch and freeze one loaf for later.
- This bread can also be made in a bread maker if you would rather use one.
How to make paleo bread:
- Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and add the dry ingredients to the bowl of your standing mixer.
- Step 2: Add the wet ingredients to the bowl and mix well until you have a smooth dough.
- Step 3: Line a bread pan with parchment paper and transfer the batter to the loaf pan and spread it evenly.
- Step 4: Bake the bread for ~45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted inside comes out clean. Let it cool completely and then cut it into pieces and enjoy!
Top tips:
- I don’t recommend trying to substitute the eggs in this paleo bread recipe. Cassava flour bakes much better with eggs than without.
- I recommend using room temperature eggs rather than cold eggs for best results.
- Don’t use low fat coconut milk - low fat milk is too watery and the bread won’t cook the same.
- Do not try swapping the flours in this paleo bread recipe - it won't turn out!
- Let the bread cool completely before cutting it into slices.
- Storage: store this bread in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 7 days.
- This bread freezes well in a freezer safe bag or container for up to 3 months.
Serving ideas:
This paleo bread can be used in many ways. Here are a few ideas:
- To make toast or French toast.
- It makes a great paleo sandwich bread.
- To make grain free croutons.
- To serve as a side with soups, stews, and chilis.
- You can use this bread to make my paleo stuffing.
Paleo bread FAQs:
What is the difference between cassava flour and tapioca flour or starch?
Both come from the cassava root or plant, but the difference is that cassava flour is made from the whole root, while tapioca flour is just made from the starchy part of the plant.
Can you substitute tapioca flour for cassava flour in this paleo bread recipe?
No! It will not turn out.
Can you substitute the eggs in this recipe to make it vegan?
I do not recommend it. Cassava flour bakes best with eggs.
Is this paleo bread recipe keto?
No it is not. Cassava flour is quite high in carbohydrates so this is not a low carb bread recipe.
Can you eat Ezekiel bread on the paleo diet?
No, Ezekiel bread cannot be eaten on the paleo diet as it is made with grains which are not permitted on the paleo diet.
Can I buy paleo bread?
Instead of making your own homemade paleo bread from scratch, there are now certain brands that make paleo bread or paleo bread mixes including Simple Mills, Carbonaut, KZ Clean Eating, California Country Gal, and Miss Jones Baking Co.
Other paleo baked goods you will love:
Recipe
Paleo Bread
This is best paleo bread recipe! Soft in the middle and firm on the outside it has the best texure. It's also nut-free and made with cassava flour.
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Servings: 8
Calories: 239kcal
Equipment
- Loaf pan
Ingredients
- 1 cup cassava Flour
- 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoon ground flax seeds
- 3 tablespoon coconut flour
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 6 large eggs
- 1/3 cup plus 1/4 cup full fat coconut milk
- 1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon melted coconut oil
- 3 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- 2 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350F.
- Add all the ingredients to the bowl of your standing mixer.
- Blend all the ingredients until the dough is smooth.
- Line the bread pan with parchment paper and transfer the dough to the pan and spread evenly until smooth. Place in the oven and bake for ~45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted inside comes out clean.
- Remove from the oven and let cool.
- Serve and enjoy!
Notes
- Using room temperature eggs will help the bread turn out fluffier.
- You can swap the coconut vinegar for apple cider vinegar if needed.
- Do not try replacing the eggs. This bread won't turn out.
- This bread will last longer if stored in the fridge.
- Nutritional values are an estimate and will vary depending on the exact ingredients used.
Nutrition
Calories: 239kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 123mg | Sodium: 504mg | Potassium: 107mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 178IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 55mg | Iron: 2mg
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Nathalie Tremblay
I'm looking at the nutrition value, is this per slice? This has been are go to bread for 4 years. Love it!
Dr. Erin Carter
It's supposed to be yes (and based on 8 slices per loaf). Although it's an automated nutrition calculator so I am not sure how accurate it is. I haven't done the math myself.
Lana
Omggggg I’ve just done aip I’m now paleo I have tried many bread recipes but this one is the best …. I thank you it’s a lovely loaf
Dr. Erin Carter
Oh yay I am so happy you liked it!
Aimee
Hi. I’m hoping to make this for my son who has Crohn’s and is doing well on the Specific Carbohydrate Diet. We’re testing out adding new foods that are technically outside the diet and I’ve been wanting to try cassava flour. He can’t have flax though and I don’t want to add too many new foods at once. I saw that you suggest not substituting it. Do you think the bread would be a complete fail if I just left the flax out?
Dr. Erin Carter
Hi! I've never tried making it without the flax so I really can't say how it would turn out.
Prim
What substitutes for honey and maple syrup?
Dr. Erin Carter
I have only made the recipe with honey or maple syrup so don't have any other recommendations and can't guarantee that any swaps would turn out since I haven't tested them.
Lindsay
Hi! What size bread pan are you using?! Thanks so much can’t wait to try this!
Erin Carter
It's a 1.5 quart or 1.5 L (5 inches by 9 inches). Hope that helps!
Ineza
Hi, what are substitutes for the flaxseed?
Erin Carter
I have not tried substituting the flax seed with anything else. I can't think of anything else that would be equivalent and can't guarantee that any substitutions would work out.
Pam
I haven’t had good luck making paleo breads, but this came out perfect and was delicious. I even messed up and forgot to pour in the coconut oil until after the dough was in the pan - I just stirred again and all was well.
Lois
Just made this and it’s delicious! Love it. Thank you!
Erin Carter
Oh I'm so thrilled you loved it! Thanks so much for leaving a comment.
Elizabeth Siebenaler
I am allergic to tree nuts including coconut, so dairy alternatives are quite slim. Could I replace the coconut milk with water and olive oil? Or homemade sunflower or hemp milk?
Erin Carter
I've never tried this recipe with any substitutions so I am not sure if doing that would work out or not. Sorry!
Jody
Does this taste eggy?
Erin Carter
No not at all 🙂
Sar
Could tapioca flour be used instead?
Erin Carter
No definitely not! They are totally different flours and the recipe won't work out. If you read the post I actually answer this exact question there 🙂
Kristie
Super yummy!
Erin Carter
so glad you liked it!
Jay
Looks delish!