Healthy Bread in a Jar (No Flour, No Yeast, No Sugar)

Description

This Healthy Bread in a Jar is a simple, nutritious alternative to traditional bread—made without refined flour, yeast, or added sugar. Packed with wholesome ingredients like oats, seeds, and yogurt, this bread is moist, hearty, and naturally satisfying. It’s perfect for those following clean eating, gluten-free (if using certified oats), or low-processed diets.

 Ingredients

• 1 cup rolled oats (blended into oat flour)
• 2 tbsp chia seeds
• 2 tbsp flaxseeds (ground)
• ½ cup plain yogurt (or dairy-free alternative)
• 2 eggs
• 1 tsp baking powder
• ¼ tsp baking soda
• ¼ tsp salt
• ¼ cup milk (any type)
• Optional:
  • 1 tbsp olive oil (for moisture)
  • 1 tsp cinnamon or herbs (for flavor)
  • Nuts or seeds for topping

Instructions

1. Prepare oat flour
   Blend rolled oats until fine like flour.
2. Mix dry ingredients
   In a bowl, combine oat flour, chia seeds, flaxseeds, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. Add wet ingredients
   Mix in yogurt, eggs, milk, and olive oil until well combined.
4. Fill jars
   Grease small oven-safe jars or ramekins and fill them about ¾ full.
5. Bake
   Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 25–30 minutes until firm and golden.
6. Cool & serve
   Let cool slightly before removing from jars. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

• Texture is denser than regular bread due to no yeast.
• Use certified gluten-free oats if needed.
• Adjust milk slightly if batter is too thick.

 Tips

• Savory version: Add herbs, garlic powder, or cheese.
• Sweet version: Add mashed banana or a few dates for natural sweetness.
• Storage: Keep in fridge for up to 4 days.
• Freezing: Wrap and freeze for up to 1 month.

Servings

• Makes: 3–4 small jar breads
• Serving size: 1 jar

 Nutritional Information (Approx. per serving)

• Calories: 180–220 kcal
• Protein: 8–10g
• Fat: 8–12g
• Carbohydrates: 18–22g
• Fiber: 4–6g
• Sugar: 2–4g (natural only)

Benefits

• ✔ No refined flour or added sugar
• ✔ High in fiber for digestion
• ✔ Rich in healthy fats (chia & flax)
• ✔ Protein-packed for sustained energy
• ✔ Easy, quick, and beginner-friendly

Q&A

Q1: Can I make this vegan?

Yes! Replace eggs with flax eggs (1 tbsp flax + 3 tbsp water per egg) and use plant-based yogurt.

Q2: Why is my bread dense?

This is normal—no yeast means it won’t rise like traditional bread.

Q3: Can I use other flours?

Yes, almond flour or coconut flour can be used, but adjust liquids accordingly.

Q4: Can I cook this in the microwave?

Yes, microwave for 2–3 minutes, but texture will be softer.

Q5: How do I make it fluffier?

Add an extra ½ tsp baking powder or separate and whip egg whites before folding in.

Q6: What can I serve it with?

• Avocado
• Nut butter
• Eggs
• Hummus
• Cheese