Keto Flaxseed Bread Recipe

Name: Keto Flaxseed Bread Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 55 min
Ingredients: 3 cups Wholesome Yum Blanched Almond Flour; 1 cup Golden flaxseed meal; 1.5 tbsp Baking powder; 2 tbsp Besti Monk Fruit Allulose Blend ((optional, for better flavor)); 1 tsp Sea salt; 8 large Eggs ((at room temperature)); 1/2 cup Unsalted butter ((melted; use coconut oil for a dairy-free version)); 1 cup Warm water; 1/2 cup Flax seeds ((optional, plus more for sprinkling on top if desired))

This easy keto flaxseed bread recipe takes just 10 minutes to prep! It tastes like a nutty multi-grain bread, without any grains. Just 3g net carbs per slice!

By Maya Krampf

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Low carb almond flour bread is one of the most popular recipes here on Wholesome Yum. But one of the most common questions I get about it is whether the psyllium husk powder can be replaced with something, especially flaxseed meal. So here it is: my easy keto flaxseed bread recipe with almond flour!

Low carb flax bread is very similar to the kind made with psyllium, with a few small tweaks. It has a softer texture, is slightly less chewy, has a mild nutty flavor, and still absolutely delicious. And before you worry about this healthy flaxseed keto bread being complicated or difficult, know that it takes just 10 minutes to prep!

What Is Flaxseed Bread?

This keto flax bread is a healthy bread made with nutritious almond flour and flax seed meal. It’s keto, low carb, and naturally gluten-free!

The flax imparts a slightly nutty flavor to the bread, it’s delicious.

How To Make Flax Bread

Let’s make this flaxseed almond meal bread recipe! You’ll have warm, fresh bread in less than an hour.

Mix dry ingredients. In a large bowl, whisk together almond flour, flaxseed meal, baking powder, sweetener, and sea salt.

Add wet ingredients. Add eggs, melted butter, and warm water, mixing well to create air bubbles, then stir in flax seeds.

TIP: You can whisk the wet ingredients separately first and then pour in if you like, as pictured below. I often skip that step and add the wet ingredients right into the dry, just make sure to mix well. And, make sure your eggs are at room temperature, otherwise the melted butter may either solidify or cook the eggs.

Transfer to a pan. Smooth the top evenly, forming a rounded top. Sprinkle with more flaxseeds if you like.

Bake flaxseed keto bread. It’s done when an inserted toothpick comes out clean and the top is crusty and brown. Cool completely before removing from pan.

TIP: It will pass the toothpick test before it’s completely done, so make sure the top is very crusty, too.

Flaxseed Keto Bread FAQs

Is flaxseed bread healthy?

Yes, this flaxseed bread recipe is good for you! It’s loaded with healthy fat, protein, and fiber.

Is flaxseed bread gluten-free?

It doesn’t have to be, depending on what else is in it – but yes, this is gluten-free flax bread.

Can you eat flaxseed bread on keto?

The amount of carbs in flaxseed bread will vary recipe to recipe. Some versions are made with wheat flour – NOT keto.

So, is this flaxseed bread keto friendly? Yes, this recipe sure is!

I used a blend of flax and almond flour for a bread that’s keto, low carb, and packed with nutritious ingredients.

Can I sub coconut flour for almond flour?

No, coconut flour absorbs a lot more moisture, so it can’t be substituted 1:1 with any other alternative flours. If you want to use coconut flour, use this coconut flour bread recipe instead.

Do you have to use golden flaxseed meal?

No, regular flaxseed meal will work as well. However, golden flaxseed meal has a much more mild, neutral flavor, so I recommend it.

How should you cut flax meal bread?

First, be sure your bread has cooled completely before slicing.

Then, like any other bread, use a serrated bread knife with a gentle see-saw motion. Using a chef’s knife or pressing straight down may cause it to crumble.

Flaxseed Bread Storage Instructions

How to store flaxseed keto bread

Store this flaxseed meal bread in an airtight container for 4-7 days.

Can you freeze flax bread?

Yes, you can freeze it for 2-3 months.

I recommend slicing and freezing the slices in a single layer, then transferring to a freezer bag once solid. That way, you can grab slices as needed.

More Keto Bread Recipes

If you like this easy flaxseed bread recipe, you might also like some of these other low carb keto bread recipes:

Keto Garlic Cheese Bread – This pull-apart bread is SO good! Yeast and fathead dough give it texture like real cheesy bread.
Fathead Dinner Rolls – Serve with soup or salads, or with a dinner main.
Keto Coconut Flour Bread – Looking for a nut-free low carb bread? This one is made with coconut flour and is loaded with crunchy seeds!
90 Second Keto Bread – For those moments when you need bread… like NOW!
Keto Bagels – One of the most popular recipes on my site, with hundreds of 5-star reviews!

Tools To Make Flaxseed Bread

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Glass Nesting Bowls – These bowls can be used for mixing up flax bread, but are nice enough to use for serving, too!
Nonstick Loaf Pan – I love this line of pans, and the bread pan is no exception.
Bread Knife – It’s important to use a bread knife when cutting into this flaxseed flour bread recipe. This is a great one.

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3 cups Wholesome Yum Blanched Almond Flour ▢
1 cup Golden flaxseed meal ▢
1.5 tbsp Baking powder ▢
2 tbsp Besti Monk Fruit Allulose Blend (optional, for better flavor) ▢
1 tsp Sea salt ▢
8 large Eggs (at room temperature) ▢
1/2 cup Unsalted butter (melted; use coconut oil for a dairy-free version) ▢
1 cup Warm water ▢
1/2 cup Flax seeds (optional, plus more for sprinkling on top if desired) ▢

Instructions

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Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (177 degrees C). Line the bottom of a 9x5 in (23x13 cm) loaf pan with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, stir together the almond flour, flaxseed meal, baking powder, Besti, and sea salt.
Stir in the eggs and melted butter, then finally the warm water. Try to mix it well to create air bubbles. Stir in the flax seeds.
Transfer the batter to the lined baking pan. Smooth the top evenly, forming a rounded top. Sprinkle more flax seeds over top if desired.
Bake for 45-50 minutes, until an inserted toothpick comes out clean and the top is crusty and brown. (Important: It will pass the toothpick test before it's completely done, so make sure the top is very crusty, too.) Cool completely before removing from the pan.

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Recipe Notes

Serving size: 1 slice (1/2" thick)

Nutrition Facts

Amount per serving. Serving size in recipe notes above.

Calories 257

Fat 22.3g

Protein 9.3g

Total Carbs 8.7g

Net Carbs 3g

Fiber 5.7g

Sugar 1g

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Course: Bread

Cuisine: American

Keywords: flax bread, flaxseed bread, flaxseed bread recipe, flaxseed keto bread

Calories: 257 kcal

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56 Comments

Rose dabbene
0 June 11, 2022Reply

Can I use less eggs and substitute something else?
- Wholesome Yum D
  0 June 14, 2022Reply
  
  Hi Rose, It’s hard to replace 8 eggs so I have never tried but other people have suggested an aquafaba egg alternative but that would increase the carb count.
Vicki
0 April 24, 2022Reply

I have been making a different keto bread recipe and find that I like it better baked in a cup cake pan (with papers, of course). Would this recipe work that way with just a shorter cooking time?
- Wholesome Yum D
  0 April 27, 2022Reply
  
  Hi Vicki, I believe that would work out for you.
  - Babes
    0 August 30, 2022Reply
    
    Hi, thanks so much for sharing this recipe. I have tried this and made some variations. it’s so yummy!
Jann Simpson
0 February 28, 2022Reply

I love this bread recipe! However, even though I go 100% by the recipe, it always turns out too moist in the center. I’ve even tried baking it longer. What could I possibly do to make it firmer?
- Wholesome Yum D
  0 March 1, 2022Reply
  
  Hi Jann, Are you letting the eggs come to room temperature before using them? The temperature can make a big difference in the finished product.
  - Bill
    0 March 31, 2022Reply
    
    For those interested in price, the flaxseed is 2.37/ lb at Walmart. That’s for organic. Also, the rating system is not working. You click on the stars and nothing happens.
    - Wholesome Yum D
      0 April 1, 2022Reply
      
      Hi Bill, It looks like it worked on my end. Thanks!
    - Julie
      0 May 2, 2022Reply
      
      I’ve made this recipe many times and love it. I have substituted olive oil, avocado oil, added fresh herbs, and every time, delicious! My question is, can I substitute Chia Seeds for Flax?
      - Wholesome Yum D
        0 May 11, 2022
        
        Hi Julie, Chia seeds and flax seeds don’t transfer 1:1 with each other so I can’t say for sure if that would work.
Belinda
0 February 2, 2022Reply

Surprised at how delish it turned out. I will be doing it over and over.
Judie McKnight
0 January 30, 2022Reply

One of my favorites so far!
Brandusa
0 January 11, 2022Reply

Hello! Im really having trouble finding the right keto bread as i dont like the density of most (i assume its due to the almond flour)

i wanted to ask how dense this bread is? ofcourse, it wont be as soft as white bread, but does it dry out your mouth and do you have to chew on it a lot like you do with others? thankyou in advance!
- Maya | Wholesome Yum
  0 January 11, 2022Reply
  
  I’d recommend this keto white bread if you’re looking for a soft, fluffy white bread.
Martha Covel
0 September 17, 2021Reply

Could this be made in a bread machine??
- Wholesome Yum M
  0 September 18, 2021Reply
  
  Hi Martha, I have not personally tested this recipe in a bread machine, but other readers have stated that it works. Best wishes!
  - Wayne
    0 November 20, 2021Reply
    
    Just made a loaf in my bread machine. Takes a little longer (about an hour total) than in the oven. Just remember to set to a quick bread setting.
- Bill
  0 March 31, 2022Reply
  
  I have the silicone bread pans but they are slightly smaller so this recipe will fill it to the top when cooking. I put the bread pan on a cookie sheet so no worries. I love the taste.
Ralph Kemptner
0 July 18, 2021Reply

Your almond flour and flax seed flour bread is delicious! I’m looking forward to trying your other bread recipes. I just started the keto died a week ago and it’s great knowing I can still enjoy a sandwich occasionally.
Paula
0 June 30, 2021Reply

My family loved the bread!!! My son decided next time we need to put some cinnamon in it and a little extra sweetener and have dessert bread!! I used a cup of coconut flour instead of the three cups of almond flour because my daughter in law is allergic to almonds. It was very good.
Pat
0 June 19, 2021Reply

This is delicious and easy to make.
Georgie
0 May 28, 2021Reply

I’ve made a lot of different keto breads and this is probably the best (tastiest) one. If you’re looking for a nutty tasting bread try this. It does taste a bit eggy but if that bothers you there are egg alternatives, like Oggs aquafaba egg alternative from Sainsbury’s.
Arden
0 March 16, 2021Reply

Thank you for sharing this recipe. I liked few things about this recipe:
1) easy to make,
2) fluffy,
3) proportion yields a bigger loaf 9×5 vs 8×4
4) good texture
My only dislike is that it is a little eggy for my liking. Next time, I may try using 8 eggs white & 6 or 5 yolks. I also read that 1/2 teaspoon of vinegar may help.

Thank you again
CY NCY
0 February 27, 2021Reply

Thanks for the yummy recipe. It’s my 1st ever homemade bread loaf (keto and non keto), and was a already success on 1st try. So nice to bake a loaf without needing a bread making machine. Nutty, eggy, moist. My family loves it! I live in Southeast Asia and the bread rose well.
Mary
0 February 9, 2021Reply

Hi, I hope I get a response, I wonder if I did something wrong. I mixed and measured all the ingredients but it was way too much to put into one 9×5, I used two,.,., not sure how they will come out, they are still baking, plz let me know if I did something wrong or did the recipe not mention to use two loaf pans. Thank you , Mary
- Wholesome Yum M
  0 February 9, 2021Reply
  
  Hi Mary, Oh my! You should only have enough for one loaf pan! The batter should mostly fill the pan. Did you happen to see the video for this recipe? How was the consistency compared to the video?
Jessica
0 January 13, 2021Reply

My first batch is in the oven now! Just curious, have you calculated the cost of this vs buying bread at the store. I always prefer homemade, but it’s even better if this is a money saver too!
- Wholesome Yum M
  0 January 13, 2021Reply
  
  Hi Jessica, I don’t have that information, would be interested to find out if you decided to do the math! I do know that this bread recipe is cleaner than any “keto” bread you could buy at the store! Enjoy!
Summer
0 January 10, 2021Reply

This is the first bread I have ever made ever and it came out great. I switched out the coconut oil for olive oil because I’m starting the eat for you blood type diet and I’m not supposed to have coconut. It came out perfectly. Great texture and taste. Thank you.
JR
0 January 1, 2021Reply

Is it possible to use liquid stevia? Any idea how much?
- Wholesome Yum M
  0 January 3, 2021Reply
  
  Hi JR, I think this would work. One drop is probably sufficient.
Camille
0 December 12, 2020Reply

Made the bread twice following the directions and both times the center didn’t get cooked through. Both times had to cook it longer, the second time cooked it for almost 2 hours and the center still fell in. Is it really 8 eggs? or is it possible that the temperature needs to be turned up higher. I really want to try this bread.
- Wholesome Yum M
  0 December 18, 2020Reply
  
  Hi Camille, I am sorry this recipe isn’t working out for you. Can I ask if you are making any substitutions or changes? 8 eggs are the correct number for the recipe, are you letting them come to room temperature before using them? The temperature can make a big difference in the finished product.
Susan
0 December 4, 2020Reply

Hi Maya,

I’m just wondering, if you don’t use the flax seeds, do you replace that 1/2 cup with flax meal? It seems like omitting that much bulk would screw up the recipe.

I’ll await your reply before I try making this.

Thanks,
Susan
- Wholesome Yum M
  0 December 5, 2020Reply
  
  Hi Susan, The whole flaxseeds provide texture, but they are not necessary to retain the structure of the bread. If you don’t have whole flaxseed, feel free to omit that ingredient. No changes are necessary for the amount of ground flaxseed.
  - Susan Speerbrecher
    0 December 5, 2020Reply
    
    Ok, thank you for the speedy reply! And thank you for the great recipes!
Marilee
0 October 9, 2020Reply

Hi. I just wanted to let you know I did this recipe with the exact ingredients but in my bread machine. And it worked!
For my bread machine wet ingredients go in first. I warmed the butter first. Then I put the 8 eggs in a bowl and whisked them. So that the butter wouldn’t “cook” the eggs I set both aside. Measured out the other ingredients into bowls and cups. Then put the warm water in the pan, added the butter to the eggs (the butter was liquid but not warm anymore. Added the butter to the eggs. Stirred a little. Poured in a pan with warm water. Then the almond flour, flaxseed meal, baking powder, salt, made an indent in the middle and added monk fruit sweetener.
Put it in my bread machine on a regular bread setting, chose a medium light crust, and set it to go.
I was praying it would work and it did! It’s cooling off now. Soon as I can I’m going to try it with a little butter and honey.

My grandson has Douse Syndrome. A rare form of epilepsy that presents with all different types of seizures. He is on a modified keto diet and can only have a max of 20 carbs a day. If this tastes good he will be so happy as he misses bread so much. It’ll help me to eat better too. And keep losing weight.
Thanks for the recipe!
- Christine
  0 August 18, 2021Reply
  
  Hi, Marilee!
  
  My son has Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome, also a rare seizure disorder, and he’s on a modified Ketogenic diet, too. I’m so excited to try this for him! I just popped it into the oven! Hugs and prayers for all of our little ones that fight this battle.
Patti McSwain
0 September 15, 2020Reply

Do you have a flax meal with almond meal bread recipe that can be made in a bread making machine? Or maybe I could convert this recipe and add yeast and maybe vital wheat gluten? Thank you For any suggestions
- Wholesome Yum M
  0 September 15, 2020Reply
  
  Hi Patti, I have not tried to make this recipe in a bread maker, however, many readers have had success making this recipe for Almond Flour Bread in a bread maker using the ‘quickbread’ setting. If you decide to try this Flaxseed Bread recipe in a breadmaker, please share how it turns out!
Ruby
0 September 6, 2020Reply

Excellent recipe. I toast a slice from the freezer whenever I want a bread alternative In order to melt butter onto, or just want something that also reminds me of a buttery slice of cake, and it absolutely hits the spot. No eggy texture or aftertaste at all. One day I am going to try substituting some of the water with lemon juice – assuming the science still works, it should be a little like a lemon drizzle cake? I know there are lemon cake Keto recipes out there, but so far this basic mixture is my favourite. Ps I love allulose, none of that ‘cold’ aftertaste of erythritol.
Grace
0 August 29, 2020Reply

Amazing bread, the recipe is perfect. Really enjoyed it and will make it again.
Jen Lopez
0 August 28, 2020Reply

Awesome recipe, I did it today. So smooth… Perfect recipe, I reduced my sweetener to 1. 5 tbsp. I got extra batter left and I just put it in a muffin tray.. They turned perfect too….

Thanks for this recipe
Marlene
0 July 9, 2020Reply

Made this and its awesome. The recipe was easy to follow and the only change I made was I used brown monk fruit as I was out of white. Got rave reviews from friends and family
Tresa
0 July 6, 2020Reply

Hi Lisa! This looks delicious and I’m excited to make it. I have mini loaf pans. Any thoughts on how long to bake in those? Thanks!
- Wholesome Yum M
  0 July 8, 2020Reply
  
  Hi Tresa, I have not made this bread with mini loaf pans, so my numbers are only approximations. I would check your bread mini loaves at 20 – 25 minutes. Make sure to do the toothpick test to know they are baked through.
Lisa
0 May 28, 2020Reply

Luv your recipes. What can you sub for allulose?
- Wholesome Yum M
  0 May 28, 2020Reply
  
  Hi Lisa, You can sub with pure erythritol in the same amount written or scale the amount down to 1 Tbs if you are using a sweetener blend.
Sophie Heath
0 May 18, 2020Reply

Delicious! Loved this recipe!!!
Jessica
0 May 18, 2020Reply

I honestly had no clue that keto bread could taste so good. Flavorful and moist, we all enjoyed it.
- Trudy Morin
  0 July 17, 2020Reply
  
  Hi! I made this bread and it is amazingly delicious. The problem I had with it is that after a couple of days the bread began to feel very sticky to the touch. Has anyone experienced this? If so, how should I keep this from happening again? My husband loved it and I would like to bake it for him again.
  - Wholesome Yum M
    0 July 27, 2020Reply
    
    Hi Trudy, How were you storing this bread? It needs to be kept in an airtight container at room temperature or frozen.
    - Trudy Morin
      0 July 27, 2020Reply
      
      Thank you for your response. I did store it in an airtight container but placed it in the refrigerator. I’ll definitely be making this bread again because it is delicious and I’ll store it correctly. Thanks, again.
  - priya
    0 July 29, 2020Reply
    
    Hi, Can I make this without eggs? If so what should I sub with? Regards, Priya
    - Wholesome Yum M
      0 July 29, 2020Reply
      
      Hi Priya, Sorry this recipe needs the eggs to work.