The Easiest No-Knead Vitality Bread (Gluten-Free & Protein-Packed)
Intro:
If you are looking for a wholesome, hearty loaf that requires absolutely zero fuss, this is it! This incredible Vitality Bread comes together in minutes with just a handful of pantry staples. Packed with healthy fats, fiber, and plant-based protein, it has a wonderfully rustic texture and a nutty aroma that fills the kitchen as it bakes. It’s the perfect companion for soups, a sturdy base for avocado toast, or simply enjoyed with a generous slather of butter.
Ingredients:
- 500 g (about 4 cups) mixed nuts and seeds (e.g., sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds, flaxseeds, chopped almonds, or walnuts)
- 5 large eggs (room temperature)
- ½ teaspoon fine sea salt
- 50 ml (about ¼ cup) extra virgin olive oil
Method:
- Preheat & Prepare: Preheat your oven to 160°C for a conventional oven, or 140°C if using a fan/convection setting. Line a standard loaf tin (approx. 23×13 cm / 9×5 inch) with parchment paper for easy removal.
- Mix the Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, crack the 5 eggs. Add the salt and olive oil, then whisk vigorously until the mixture is smooth, frothy, and well combined.
- Combine: Fold your chosen nuts and seeds into the egg mixture. Stir thoroughly with a spatula until every piece is evenly coated in the batter—the mixture will be thick and chunky, which is exactly what we want.
- Bake: Transfer the dense mixture into your prepared loaf tin. Press it down firmly with the back of a spoon to ensure an even surface. Bake on the middle rack for 60 minutes, or until the top is deeply golden and a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool (Crucial Step!): Remove the loaf from the tin and allow it to cool completely on a wire rack. Pro tip: Do not skip this step! Nut and seed breads need time to set as they cool, so resist the urge to slice into it warm, or it may crumble.
Pro Tips for the Perfect Loaf:
- Nut/Seed Mix: For the best flavor, use a mix of 60% seeds (like pumpkin and sunflower) and 40% nuts (like walnuts or hazelnuts). If using large nuts, give them a rough chop first so the slices hold together better.
- Storage: Because this bread is moist and high in protein, it stays fresh at room temperature for 3 days. For longer storage, slice it up and pop it in the freezer—it toasts beautifully straight from frozen.
- Serving Suggestion: Toast a slice until crisp, rub it with a clove of garlic, and top with cream cheese and smoked salmon for a gourmet appetizer.
And that is it—your wholesome, gluten-free Vitality Bread is ready to enjoy!