This easy 90 second keto bread is a life-saver for those moments when you NEED a sandwich and there's no low carb bread in the house. My microwave bread toasts well and has no eggy taste. It contains just 4 ingredients.
I love baking keto bread, which I slice and freeze. The thing is, we all like bread here. And we always run out of it.
So, what to do when you want just ONE slice of crunchy, warm toast without having to bake an entire loaf?
Thankfully, with a microwave you can solve this dilemma quickly. Simply make this 90 second keto bread.
Even with mixing the ingredients, you'll be able to have this bread ready in 3 minutes.
Also try my coconut flour keto mug bread and this cloud bread with cottage cheese!
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🌟 Why You'll Love This Recipe
- Fluffy, soft texture - just like white toast
- 4 ingredients
- No eggy flavor
- Naturally gluten-free and dairy-free
- Keto friendly - only 1.6g net carbs
- Ready from scratch in 3 minutes
Ingredients
Here are the ingredients you'll need:
- Egg white - Using only the egg white and not the yolk means there is no eggy taste.
- Almond flour - I used regular almond flour. If you want to use SUPER FINE almond flour such as Bob's Red Mill, increase the amount of water to 1 tablespoon.
- Psyllium husk powder - Gives the bread a stronger texture, similar to whole-wheat bread. You can use flaxseed instead, or a pinch of xanthan gum.
- Baking powder
- Water - or use almond milk
See the recipe card for full information on ingredients and quantities.
Note - By the time I had shot this picture, the baking powder had begun to fizz up (which is a good sign as it means it's fresh!). It might look like a lot, but it is the same amount as the psyllium powder.
Instructions
It's so simple to make keto bread in the microwave. Here are the basic steps.
For detailed instructions, scroll down to the recipe card.
Step 1: Combine all ingredients in a small bowl and mix with a fork.
Step 2: Fill the dough into a well-greased microwavable container. Spread well to ensure there are no large air bubbles.
I used melted butter to grease mine, but you could use coconut oil, avocado oil or even olive oil.
Step 3: After microwaving on high for 90 seconds, your single serving of "emergency toast" is done.
The bread shrinks a bit and comes off the edges so it's easy to release from the container.
At this point, the bread is soft and looks a bit pale. Don't let this discourage you.
Image 4 and 5 show the bread from both sides. As you can see, it has a fluffy, light texture.
And once you toast, grill or pan-fry your Keto toast, it looks pretty, too!
Katrin's Top Tips
#1 Timing: I have made this recipe with several microwaves over the years. 90 seconds always seems to be the perfect cook time.
However, in your microwave, it may need less or more. Check after 75 seconds and see if it is cooked. Just don't overcook it or the bread will dry out.
#2 Container: I used a 5 x 5 inch glass dish, which produced 1 large slice of Keto toast. I made another portion using a 4 x 3 inch tupperware container, which I then sliced in two.
You could even use a mug and cut your bread into 3 smaller, round slices.
Variations
For a flavor lift, add a pinch of salt to the batter.
For a savoury version, add a pinch of garlic powder or paprika. Or, add 1 teaspoon of grated parmesan cheese or nutritional yeast.
Recipe FAQs
If you prefer to try this recipe with coconut flour, use 1 ½ tablespoon instead of the 3 tablespoons almond flour. Coconut flour absorbs more liquid than almond flour. I also recommend to increase the amount of water to 1 tablespoon.
Yes, you CAN make this recipe with a whole egg. This way you get a healthy golden colour even before toasting. The bread will taste a little eggy this way. I personally don't mind it, but some people don't like it.
Yes. In my many test runs to get the recipe just right, I have also made a version omitting the psyllium. As you can see, this bread is quite versatile!
I make a keto mayonnaise.
Yes. Bake it at 180C or 350F for around 12 minutes.
Serving Suggestion
I love 90 second keto bread toasted and then spread with butter and sugar free strawberry jam.
But, it tastes great with any topping, from sweet to savoury.
Often, I make grilled cheese with it. For this, I gently fry the bread in butter over a low heat. I add some garlic powder - but paprika would also give extra flavour.
Almond flour burns quicker than regular wheat flour. Take your time and keep the lid on so the cheese can melt without the bread burning!
You can also use it to make my 10 minute sugar free French toast.
Storage
Store the bread in an airtight container in the fridge for up 3 days. You can also freeze it for up to 3 months. Re-heat it in the toaster.
More Keto Microwave Recipes
Don't miss this keto English muffin recipe, which is also a quick microwave bread. Here are more ideas:
- Single Serve Keto Microwave Cookie3 Minutes
- Keto Mug Cheesecake (Microwave Recipe)8 Minutes
- Keto Mug Cake (Vanilla)4 Minutes
- Keto Blueberry Mug Cake4 Minutes
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Recipe
90 Second Keto Bread
Equipment
- 5 x 5 inch container
Video
Ingredients
- 1 egg white
- 3 tablespoon almond flour or ground almonds ***see notes
- ¼ teaspoon psyllium husk powder
- ¼ teaspoon baking powder
- ½ tablespoon water
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a bowl and mix with a fork.
- Grease a 5 x 5 inch container with butter (olive oil or coconut oil also work) and fill in the bread dough.
- Microwave 90 seconds on high.
- Release from the container and toast, grill or pan-fry until golden brown.
Susan Swyers
Hi Katrin, I've made this bread a couple of times since you first posted it. First time I toasted it in my air oven. The second time I was in hurry so I just sliced it and used it for egg salad sandwich. It was good. I like it better than recipes with the whole egg.
Thanks for sharing it. I want to try some of your coconut flour recipes, but I can't bake now . But I plan to try some as soon as I feel better. Everything looks so good in your pictures. I also want to make your muesli recipe. Sounds easy and delicious. Well I could go on and on about everything I want to try but just know I so much appreciate your hard word in developing these recipes and your emails are so informative. Thank you.
Karen
Very good, fried in butter with sliced cheese. Thank you for the recipe.
Ben
I don’t have psyllium husk powder, can I substitute? Like xanthan gum powder?
Katrin Nürnberger
You can try replacing the psyllium husk with ground flaxseed. You will likely need twice as much since it is coarser than the powder.
Linda
Is there any substitute for the physillium husk powder?
Katrin Nürnberger
You can try using ground flaxseed. You may need up to twice as much. Of course, this will change the taste too.
Susan Swyers
I tried this 90 second b;read last night.I don't have a 5" x 5" dish so I used a smaller soup mug. It turned out very good. I did have to bake a little longer than 90 seconds, it was very wet on the bottom and not baked through. After another 30 second, it was baked. I then sliced it into 2 pieces and put it in the air fryer oven to toast it. I put butter and almond butter on it . It was very satisfying either with butter or butter and almond butter. Thanks for this easy recipe. I will use it again. I made it to eat with a salad and vegetables, but once I tasted it it was gone before I got the rest of my dinner on the table. Thanks for sharing your creations.
Jill
Hi Katrin, Tried this the other day for crouton recipe and we loved it - my husband kept sneaking them out of the fridge. Could I make a huge batch and freeze this for toasting at a later date? Many thanks for this and all the other tasty recipes on your website.
Jill
Katrin Nürnberger
Yes, you can definitely freeze this bread.
Shelli Fitzpatrick
Quick and easy and tasted good with a fried egg on top. I used flax seed bc I cam't find psyllium husk in my area. It worked fine!
Shelli Fitzpatrick
Next time I will try it with Peanut butter and sugar free jam. I am now in weight maintenace mode after losing 56 lbs with keto.
Ruth
I'd love to have a go at this, as I use almond flour/ground almonds alot. I don't have a microwave - do you know a way to do in a conventional oven. Thanks
Katrin Nürnberger
Sure, I would go for 180 C / 250F (electric) or 160C / 320F (fan assisted) and check with a skewer or toothpick after about 12-15 minutes for doneness.
Cathi
All I have is superfine almond flour. Any way I can make it work?
Katrin Nürnberger
Of course. From my experience, you need about 10 percent less flour if your almond flour is super-fine. so just use a tiny bit less and it should be perfect.
Karen
Well, I made it and it was a success. I used a whole egg ( too lazy to separate ) and used sparkling water and it looks like in the picture. I'm a very happy person. It is very nice!
Karen
Hi I have made this a few times now I added mixed herb the last time and it was even lovely worth making
Karen
I'm going to give it a go now. Maybe I will have success with it as I have some lovely pumpkin soup with caramel bacon and onion. A piece of toast will go well for lunch.