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. There's this low carb bread, my flaxseed bread with coconut flour and this popular almond flour bread.
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.
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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 Vanilla Mug Cake4 Minutes
- Keto Blueberry Mug Cake4 Minutes
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Recipe
90 Second Keto Bread
from Sugar Free LondonerNote: The servings slider only changes the first amount in each line and not any subsequent amounts. Please make your own calculations where necessary.
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.
Rena Burns
Quick and easy recipe! Good tasting bread. I also toasted the slice in my toaster and it was perfect!
Barb Smith
I am allergic to almonds can another type of flour be substituted?
Katrin Nürnberger
You could use a blend of sunflower seed flour and sesame seed flour.
Bina
Hi, what is an alternative for psyllium husk?
Katrin Nürnberger
Ground flaxseed is a good alternative. Of course, it will taste different and have a more rustic texture.
Nicki
Just made some this morning. Had it with SF Apricot jam and butter. Was surprised at how easy I found it and at the taste.
Katrin Nürnberger
Hi Bobbie, I don't think this would be a good lasagna replacement - it is too fluffy. Try my low carb crepes instead.
Ang
Thank you for this recipe ♥️ Is there another way to 'cook' this for anyone who doesn't have/use a microwave?
Katrin Nürnberger
Yes. Bake it at 180C or 350F for around 12 minutes.
Patricia Glover
I'm wondering if the recipe can be tripled? After tasting the bread, it is very suitable to be used as a pizza crust.
Katrin Nürnberger
I think that should work. Although, the best pizza crust, in my opinion, is this almond flour pizza crust.
Penny
This is awesome. I toasted in a sandwich toaster, buttered it, addded sliced tomatoes and put melted cheese on top - was delicious!!
Helliem
Wow these breads are a game changer
I had mine as a cheese sandwich in the Air fryer
Will make them again for sure
Thank you for that recipe
Another success as all the others I made
☁️
Gina Kelly
I love all your recipes, thankyou for sharing and making my low carb lifestyle so easy!
Lisa Taiz
I've made This recipe multiple times now, comes out great baked in an oven, and it's become my favorite Keto quick bread option, even over and above those expensive store-bought loaves. I've made it two different ways. One with blanched almond flour and one with the natural whole almond flour, both Bob's Red Mill. Try it, it's super easy and delicious!