Description
A nutritious and gluten-free bread made with quinoa and whole wheat flour, perfect for boosting protein intake.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup quinoa, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup water
- 2 cups whole wheat flour
- 1/4 cup protein powder (optional)
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/4 cup olive oil or melted coconut oil
- 1/2 cup milk or non-dairy alternative
- 2 large eggs
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
- In a pot, combine quinoa and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer covered for 15 minutes or until water is absorbed. Remove from heat and let cool.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine whole wheat flour, protein powder, salt, and baking powder.
- In another bowl, whisk together honey, olive oil, milk, and eggs until smooth.
- Add cooled quinoa to the wet ingredients and mix well. Combine the wet and dry mixtures, stirring until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. Bake for 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Experiment with additional flavors by adding nuts or herbs. Store wrapped at room temperature for up to 2 days or in the fridge for up to a week.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 70mg