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    You are here: Home / Special Diets / Vegetarian / Chia Seed Bread

    Chia Seed Bread

    1 March 2020 - By Michelle Minnaar
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    Loaf of baked chia bread with seeds

    Ever made your own homemade chia seed bread? It's time to polish those bread-making skills of yours. I promise you, that once you start baking your own bread at home, you will never purchase another loaf in your life.

    Nothing beats a slice of fresh bread right out of the oven, especially when it's still steaming hot. This goes for any type of bread.

    However, this chia seed bread is one of my absolute favourites because I love the texture. It's not your ordinary plain loaf of bread if you know what I mean.

    The chia seeds inside the bread give a nice crunchy bite to it. Along with the other seeds on top, this low-carb chia seed bread is exactly what you need to get you through the day.

    Believe it or not, you can make this bread in just under two hours. The process isn't complicated at all. Once you are done, you can enjoy a slice of the seed bread with butter, savoury spread, cheese, jam or marmalade.

    Otherwise, you can always consume it as is or serve as a side dish to a healthy soup. It's completely up to you.

    products you need for this recipe

    Here's a list of the top products you will need to create this easy-to-make chia seed bread recipe.

    There are a few seeds along with other ingredients which you will need, so don't be afraid to purchase these in bulk. You can never get enough of seeds.

    You can always add them to your morning almond milk porridge or use as a topping for your yoghurt.

    Whatever you prefer. Just take a look below and see what you'll need:

    • psyllium husks: did you know that psyllium is actually an excellent dietary supplement? It has a lot of benefits when it comes to the digestive tract and your intestines. It makes this chia seed bread all the more easy-to-digest. You can also combine a spoonful of the husks every morning with some warm water.
    • ground almonds: I love cooking with almond flour. It's an excellent gluten-free substitute.
    • mixed seeds: make sure to purchase a large pack of seeds. You can always knead them into the chia seed bread for extra crunch.
    • chia seeds: as always, go for a pack of organic seeds. Organic is always the better choice.
    • silicone bread and loaf pans: for bread making, I prefer using the silicone pans, solely because it's always easier to get the bread out once ready. It's less likely to stick.
    • bread making kit: if you are a total beginner in bread-making, then I recommend getting the bread making kits for starters. It supplies you with all the tools you'll need to make all sorts of bread.

    where to buy chia seed bread

    It's not so common to find a fresh batch of chia seed bread in the supermarket. Perhaps, if you source your bread from a bakery, you will have increased chances of finding it there. Nevertheless, chia seed bread is not your common daily bread.

    However, nothing beats making your own fresh batch. Give it a go and see for yourself.

    chia seed recipes

    Did you know that chia seeds contain a lot of essential nutrients? These little seeds are packed with omega-3 fatty acids and contain a lot of fibre. It's no surprise chia is on the rise. Moreover, they are high in anti-oxidants and proteins.

    What's more, chia seeds are so incredibly easy to incorporate into your diet. You can toss them into a salad, or a cobbler recipe. You can incorporate chia seeds into a savoury recipe or a sweet recipe – whatever takes your fancy. Or you can simply add them into your yoghurt.

    If you've purchased a larger batch of chia seeds than you know what to do with, then have a look at these overnight oats with chia and blueberries. Oh so good!

    You can also add Nigella seeds into this recipe. Or use these Nigella seed substitutes.

    how to store & freeze bread

    This chia seed bread keeps quite well. If you store it in the open, the bread can last you generally up to three days before it starts to really dry out. However, if you take the proper precautions, it can last you a lot longer.

    For instance, if you would like to store it in your kitchen cupboard, wrap it in a plastic bag. The trick here to keeping the bread moist and 'fresh' is to insert into the plastic bag a small cup of water. Seal the bag off completely, not allowing any air to escape.

    Overnight, the chia seed bread will absorb the moisture from the water, keeping the bread nice and soft. This is one of those old kitchen hacks grandmothers used back in the day to keep their bread fresh.

    Otherwise, if you've made a larger batch of bread, you can freeze it without any problems. The chia seed bread freezes very well. Just place the bread inside a freezer-friendly bag. You can freeze the bread for up to 6 months.

    I recommend cutting up the large batch of bread into smaller sections and freezing them in sections.

    First of all, it's going to be a lot more efficient when it comes to finding space for the bread in the freezer. Next, you can control your portion size and unfreeze only one batch at a time.

    It's a lot more sustainable and you won't have to throw out any leftovers.

    Wondering what to eat this bread with? Try some chicken liver pate!

    What is your favourite way to use chia seeds?

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    Chia Seed Bread


    ★★★★★

    4.9 from 10 reviews

    • Author: Michelle Minnaar
    • Total Time: 1 hour 40 minutes
    • Yield: 24 servings 1x
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    Description

    Learn how to make your own chia seed bread. This easy low carb bread recipe is excellent for beginners and you can freeze it too.


    Ingredients

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    • 500g (2 cups) Greek yoghurt 
    • 6 eggs
    • 225g (2 cups + 4 tbsp) ground almonds
    • 12g (1 tbsp) baking powder
    • 5ml (1 tsp) salt
    • 36g (6 tbsp) psyllium husks 
    • 60g (6 tbsp) chia seeds
    • 30g (4 tbsp) mixed seeds

    Instructions

    1. Line a 22cm/2lb loaf tin with parchment paper.
    2. Using a stand mixer, mix the eggs and yogurt until you reach an even consistency.
    3. Tip in the ground almonds, baking powder and salt. Mix.
    4. Add the psyllium husks, chia seeds and half of the seed mix. 
    5. Preheat the oven to 170°C/150°C fan/340°F/gas mark 3. 
    6. Scrape the dough into the lined tin and let it rest for 15 minutes. 
    7. Once the time it up, sprinkle with the remaining mixed seeds and bake in the oven for 1 hour and 10 minutes, or until the bread is golden brown and a toothpick comes out dry when inserted. 
    8. Serve warm with your favourite toppings. Alternatively, store in an airtight container for no more than 3 days. 

    Notes

    • You can substitute the Greek yogurt with quark. 
    • You can use a combination of your favourite seeds to add to the bread as well as to top it with. In this case, I used pumpkin, sesame and sunflower seeds. 
    • This bread is freezer friendly.
    • Prep Time: 20 minutes
    • Cook Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
    • Category: Breakfast
    • Method: Bake
    • Cuisine: German

    Keywords: chia seed bread, gluten free bread recipe, low carb bread recipe

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    Comments

    1. cheryl hadfield

      March 04, 2020 at 10:41 pm

      I would go savoury and serve with grated cheese and chutney

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Romi

        July 15, 2021 at 12:23 am

        I’ve tried every single low carb, keto bread recipe on the planet. At first they’re tolerable then morphs into something I just can’t eat. However, I am thrilled to find this recipe as it is absolutely the best!!! The mild neutral flavor and texture is wonderful! It toasts beautifully, it stores perfectly in the freezer and defrosts perfectly! I can keep it forever wrapped in the fridge and sliced as I want it. Amazing! Thank you!

        Reply
    2. Rena Plumridge

      March 08, 2020 at 3:43 am

      I have Chia seed every morning in my protein shake for breakfast

      Reply
    3. Heather Haigh

      March 08, 2020 at 4:54 am

      I like chia seeds in a 'porridge' or in chia seed crackers made in the dehydrator. But I love the sound of this bread. I make a grain-free keto bread but this recipe sounds better - I have it printed off ready to try, thank you!

      Reply
    4. Elaine Savage

      March 08, 2020 at 7:49 am

      I like Chia seeds in my homemade cereal bars

      Reply
    5. Sheena Batey

      March 08, 2020 at 12:36 pm

      On my breakfast yogurt

      Reply
    6. Carole Nott

      March 08, 2020 at 12:55 pm

      They would be perfect for bread making recipes

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    7. Elizm

      March 08, 2020 at 12:56 pm

      I've never tried them before, but I would love to find out. I imagine I would start by baking into bread as I make my own, or adding to my muesli and yogurt for breakfast

      Reply
    8. Patrick Quilty

      March 08, 2020 at 1:21 pm

      i put chia seeds in smoothies

      Reply
    9. Kim M

      March 08, 2020 at 3:37 pm

      Like baking with them, lovely in carrot and apple muffins x

      Reply
    10. Hazel Rea

      March 08, 2020 at 3:53 pm

      I've never had Chia seeds yet. I think I would start by sprinkling them on my millet porridge.

      Reply
    11. fiona waterworth

      March 08, 2020 at 5:26 pm

      I add them to my muesli

      Reply
    12. Martina Pichova

      March 08, 2020 at 5:36 pm

      I put a small handful in my morning porridge.

      Reply
    13. Ritchie

      March 08, 2020 at 7:23 pm

      I like to make chocolate chia seed pudding.

      Reply
    14. Georgina Jacobs

      March 08, 2020 at 7:36 pm

      I use them in smoothie recipes and it would be great to try out other ways too!

      Reply
    15. Kim Neville

      March 08, 2020 at 9:14 pm

      I have in smoothies

      Reply
    16. Julie Ward

      March 08, 2020 at 11:58 pm

      Never used them so I have no idea how to use them

      Reply
      • Shawn Peterson

        June 29, 2020 at 6:32 am

        Germans use them in their breads and other recipes. They’re packed full of protein and nutrients. For my daughter’s best friend, who is allergic to eggs, they make a great egg substitute when ground and mixed with water or oil. My daughter fell in love with Chia seed bread when in Germany. It’s delicious. Give chia anc flax seeds, too, a try.

        Reply
        • Michelle Minnaar

          August 22, 2021 at 4:19 pm

          Thanks, Shawn. I'll give flaxseeds a whirl next time!

          Reply
    17. Helen Arlow

      March 09, 2020 at 7:41 am

      I use chia seeds a lot, either in porridge or smoothies x

      Reply
    18. Emily Hutchinson

      March 09, 2020 at 12:37 pm

      I just stir it into yoghurt but to be honest I'm not keen on the texture so the loaf might be better for me!

      Reply
    19. Dale Dow

      March 09, 2020 at 3:45 pm

      I love chai seeds in my muffins for a powerful boost!

      Reply
    20. Tina H

      March 09, 2020 at 4:05 pm

      I love chia seeds in overnight oats. Very tasty and nutritious.

      Reply
    21. Alice Gilkes

      March 09, 2020 at 7:37 pm

      I love chia seeds in bread. Definitely.

      Reply
    22. john prendergast

      March 09, 2020 at 8:06 pm

      i put chia seeds in my porridge

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    23. Sue

      March 09, 2020 at 10:18 pm

      I’m always looking for new recipes and new ingredients- never used chia seeds before, so looking forward to trying this.

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    24. Amanda Baggott

      March 10, 2020 at 11:29 am

      I love them on porridge!

      Reply
    25. clair downham

      March 10, 2020 at 12:30 pm

      in granola or smoothies

      Reply
      • Amanda Statham

        March 30, 2020 at 10:19 am

        With cereal and yogurt

        Reply
    26. Lynda Graham

      March 10, 2020 at 6:36 pm

      I love Chia Seeds with fruit and yoghurt at Breakfast or stirred into yoghurt itself.
      Love how they 'pop' in my mouth.

      Reply
    27. david cavender

      March 11, 2020 at 12:07 am

      I love to use them in home made bread

      Reply
    28. Kristie Metcalfe

      March 12, 2020 at 12:13 pm

      I rather like Chia Seeds in my lemon muffins!

      Reply
    29. Margaret Gallagher

      March 12, 2020 at 7:59 pm

      Love as a cereal topper

      Reply
      • Natalie Burgess

        March 16, 2020 at 2:24 pm

        I love to use them in smoothies xx

        Reply
    30. Margaret Gallagher

      March 15, 2020 at 12:00 am

      Bteakfast topping love my chia seeds

      Reply
    31. claire woods

      March 15, 2020 at 10:08 am

      Sprinkled on porridge

      Reply
    32. Samantha M

      March 15, 2020 at 7:22 pm

      I love them in breakfast muffins.

      Reply
    33. Sharon Herbert

      March 17, 2020 at 7:09 pm

      I've not tried chia seeds before but I'm going to try your chia bread recipe

      Reply
    34. Maurice Haigh

      March 18, 2020 at 4:36 pm

      chia seed fruit bowl

      Reply
    35. sue leake

      March 19, 2020 at 4:30 pm

      with my granola

      Reply
    36. Carolyn E

      March 21, 2020 at 7:19 pm

      I like chia seeds mixed in my yoghurt or in my porridge

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    37. natalies

      March 21, 2020 at 11:30 pm

      sprinkled on porridge or bircher muesli

      Reply
    38. Victoria Prince

      March 24, 2020 at 11:13 am

      I love chia seed pudding! I was introduced to it at a hotel a couple of years ago and wow. It was amazing, and so easy to make!

      Reply
    39. Sarah Fielding

      March 24, 2020 at 2:59 pm

      I love Chia Seeds in porridge, mixed with some fruit!

      Reply
    40. Keith Hunt

      March 25, 2020 at 7:43 am

      A friend made me smoothies

      Reply
    41. michelle o'neill

      March 26, 2020 at 6:13 pm

      in my yoghurt on my fruit at breakfast

      Reply
    42. Caroline Signey

      March 26, 2020 at 6:28 pm

      In my morning smoothie

      Reply
    43. Keith Hunt

      March 26, 2020 at 11:24 pm

      Only tried in a smoothy.

      Reply
    44. Sally

      March 27, 2020 at 5:53 am

      Love these in a bowl of porridge to kick start the day x

      Reply
    45. donna jones

      March 28, 2020 at 11:02 am

      Raspberry ripple chia pudding

      Reply
    46. Lauren Old

      March 28, 2020 at 11:59 am

      Scattered over a yoghurt

      Reply
    47. James Travis

      March 28, 2020 at 2:39 pm

      Put them on my morning porridge

      Reply
    48. Sheri Darby

      March 28, 2020 at 6:59 pm

      I put them on porridge

      Reply
    49. Adele Knight

      March 28, 2020 at 10:50 pm

      In Breakfast Muffins

      Reply
    50. Caroline Cordery

      March 29, 2020 at 10:03 am

      I stir them into yogurt and leave overnight

      Reply
    51. Erica Hughes

      March 29, 2020 at 10:11 am

      In overnight oats

      Reply
    52. Avs

      March 29, 2020 at 11:15 am

      With cereal and yoghurt for breakfast

      Reply
    53. Darren McNally

      March 29, 2020 at 11:17 am

      Mixed into porridge

      Reply
    54. Alan Bevan

      March 29, 2020 at 12:36 pm

      With yoghurt

      Reply
    55. Hayley Payne

      March 29, 2020 at 1:19 pm

      I use mine in smoothies and overnight oats

      ★★★★

      Reply
    56. Paul Meulen

      March 29, 2020 at 1:51 pm

      In a smoothie with my favourite fruit

      Reply
    57. Kirsty Bowers

      March 29, 2020 at 3:29 pm

      I sprinkle them on to my fruit salad

      Reply
    58. dana

      March 29, 2020 at 4:18 pm

      I like them with porridge

      Reply
    59. shellyg

      March 29, 2020 at 4:46 pm

      I like to bake with them and add them to muffins

      Reply
    60. Ruth lee

      March 29, 2020 at 5:59 pm

      in my cereal

      Reply
    61. JAMES HOLYLAND

      March 29, 2020 at 6:43 pm

      In my muesli

      Reply
    62. Jo Nichol

      March 29, 2020 at 6:45 pm

      I like them sprinkled over my porridge

      Reply
    63. Karen R

      March 29, 2020 at 7:23 pm

      I love adding Chia seeds to my porridge xx

      Reply
    64. Astrid Charrier

      March 29, 2020 at 7:55 pm

      on breakfast cereal for me x

      Reply
    65. Jean Anderson

      March 29, 2020 at 8:21 pm

      I would use them in home made cereal bars.

      Reply
    66. Fiona jk42

      March 29, 2020 at 11:49 pm

      I like to add chia seeds to my porridge, and I also like to use them to make chocolate pudding.

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    67. Charmian Filewood

      March 30, 2020 at 12:15 am

      In muffins or maybe in my porridge

      Reply
    68. Kellie Steed

      March 30, 2020 at 2:03 am

      I love making a chia pudding for breakfast!

      Reply
    69. jacqui rushton

      March 30, 2020 at 3:10 am

      In a superfood smoothie

      Reply
    70. Gaynor Vincent

      March 30, 2020 at 6:19 am

      I love them as a treat rolled in coco powder and coconut

      Reply
    71. Laura Green

      March 30, 2020 at 6:30 am

      i use them in a superfood shake!

      Reply
    72. Deborah Clarke

      March 30, 2020 at 7:41 am

      I love chia seeds in my overnight oats. The perfect start to any day.

      Reply
    73. Amy Bondoc

      March 30, 2020 at 8:33 am

      i use them in smoothies

      Reply
    74. Hayley Lynch

      March 30, 2020 at 8:36 am

      In Muffins

      Reply
    75. Lucy Dorrington

      March 30, 2020 at 8:37 am

      I like to sprinkle chis seeds on porridge

      Reply
    76. Olga carpenter

      March 30, 2020 at 9:23 am

      Sprinkled on my porridge very tasty

      Reply
    77. Sandra Fortune

      March 30, 2020 at 10:01 am

      Never tried any but thinking of making some home made bread and we love seeded

      Reply
    78. Mrs Rachael Sexey

      March 30, 2020 at 10:56 am

      This would be delicious over porridge

      Reply
    79. Stephanie

      March 30, 2020 at 12:05 pm

      On porridge

      Reply
    80. Fiona Johnstone

      March 30, 2020 at 12:22 pm

      I add them to my yoghurt in the morning.

      Reply
    81. Stef Acaster

      March 30, 2020 at 12:36 pm

      I like to use chia seeds in overnight oats with fruit

      Reply
    82. Orange23

      March 30, 2020 at 12:43 pm

      I like putting them on porridge as a topping with sliced banana

      Reply
    83. Jeanette Leighton

      March 30, 2020 at 12:44 pm

      I love chia seeds in porridge and honey

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    84. Kimberley ashe

      March 30, 2020 at 1:34 pm

      love to use chia seeds to create a healthier take on jam with fresh raspberries! It would go beautifully with your bread!!

      Reply
    85. Lindsey Cross

      March 30, 2020 at 2:39 pm

      I love it in yogurt with other seeds and nuts

      Reply
    86. Julie Wilson

      March 30, 2020 at 4:34 pm

      I add them to blended fruit to make a pudding.

      Reply
    87. Toni W

      March 30, 2020 at 5:02 pm

      Sprinkled on top of porridge.

      Reply
    88. Catherine Gregory

      March 30, 2020 at 5:13 pm

      I do chia seeds pudding in the fridge overnight. Great for adding to baked oats too

      Reply
    89. laura stewart

      March 30, 2020 at 6:23 pm

      fab in muffins 🙂 xx

      Reply
    90. Dan

      March 30, 2020 at 6:29 pm

      Sprinkled in overnight oats to give breakfast a bit more of a health kick!

      Reply
    91. Emma Fox

      March 30, 2020 at 8:30 pm

      I have them with my yoghurt for breakfast most mornings

      Reply
    92. Megan

      March 30, 2020 at 8:39 pm

      I like chia seeds in porridge.

      Reply
    93. Sarah-Dawn Pope

      March 30, 2020 at 8:47 pm

      Oatmeal chia seed cookies, super easy to make and the kids love them

      Reply
    94. Natasha Cross

      March 30, 2020 at 9:13 pm

      I like using chia seeds in my porridge or in flapjacks

      Reply
    95. Adrian Bold

      March 30, 2020 at 9:14 pm

      I add them to my yoghurts or porridge.

      Reply
    96. Tammy Neal

      March 30, 2020 at 10:06 pm

      In porridge x

      Reply
    97. Rebecca Roberts

      March 30, 2020 at 10:21 pm

      I Bob them in smoothies and porridge love them

      Reply
    98. Sue

      March 30, 2020 at 10:34 pm

      Sprinkled on my granola

      Reply
    99. Theresa Thomas

      March 30, 2020 at 10:38 pm

      I love Chia Seeds on porridge

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    100. Sayeed Rahman

      March 30, 2020 at 10:45 pm

      With my porridge

      Reply
    101. LORNA WIL

      March 30, 2020 at 10:45 pm

      I use it with my Breakfast cereals and prridge.

      Reply
    102. Amy Stevens

      March 30, 2020 at 11:08 pm

      I like to put them on my cereal
      Sometimes I make a chia seed pudding

      Reply
    103. Darren Bourne

      March 30, 2020 at 11:35 pm

      In bread. I love how seeds can get nutty when made into toast.

      Reply
    104. Katja

      February 09, 2021 at 2:34 pm

      Delicious bread. Great just to dip into some olive oil. Freezes well 🙂

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Michelle Minnaar

        February 09, 2021 at 4:10 pm

        So glad you liked it, Katja. Thanks for letting me know!

        Reply

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