In the realm of wholesome baking, flaxseed shines as a nutritional powerhouse. Its mild, nutty flavor and wealth of dietary fiber, omega-3 fatty acids, and lignans make it an ideal ingredient for health-conscious bakers. This article presents a delectable collection of flax meal bread recipes, each one a symphony of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds while nourishing your body. From the classic golden Flaxseed Bread, a versatile loaf perfect for sandwiches, toast, or croutons, to the hearty and flavorful Flaxseed Rye Bread, a traditional European-style bread with a slightly tangy twist, these recipes cater to a wide range of preferences. For those seeking a gluten-free option, the Flaxseed Banana Bread offers a moist and tender crumb, while the Flaxseed Zucchini Bread combines the goodness of flax with the natural sweetness of zucchini. And for a truly unique treat, the Flaxseed Pumpkin Bread infuses the rich flavors of pumpkin, cinnamon, and nutmeg into a delectable loaf that is perfect for fall gatherings. With detailed instructions, helpful tips, and variations for each recipe, this article is your ultimate guide to baking with flax meal, ensuring you create wholesome and delicious breads that will become staples in your kitchen.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
EASY FLAXSEED BREAD (GLUTEN-FREE, DAIRY-FREE)
This easy flaxseed bread is soft and tender with a deliciously moist crumb. Just slightly sweet with the perfect hint of cinnamon, this quick bread is perfect for an easy breakfast or snack whenever you're hungry. Totally gluten-free, dairy-free and yeast-free too, but no one would care! Bake a loaf or two and enjoy homemade bread anytime!
Provided by Felicia Lim
Categories Bread
Time 1h5m
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350F and grease an 8″ x 4″ metal loaf pan.
- In a large bowl, beat the oil and sugar until combined.
- Add the eggs and milk and whisk to get a pale yellow liquid mixture.
- In a medium bowl, whisk the gluten-free all-purpose flour, flaxseed meal, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon to combine.
- Sift the dry ingredients into the bowl with the wet ingredients and mix well to get a homogeneous batter (the batter will be rather liquid).
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
- Bake for 50 to 55 minutes until the loaf is golden brown on top and a toothpick inserted in the middle comes out clean.
- Allow the loaf to cool for at least 5 minutes in the pan before removing it and then cooling it completely on a wire rack before slicing.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 slice, Calories 281 calories, Sugar 12.5 g, Sodium 235 mg, Fat 14 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, TransFat 0 g, Carbohydrate 31.5 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 4.4 g, Cholesterol 62 mg
FLAXSEED BREAD
Provided by PetraScott
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 360°F/180°C.
- Grind the flaxseeds into very fine flour. Ideally, sift the flaxseed flour to make sure there are no actual "seeds".
- In a large mixing bowl, mix together the flaxseed meal, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Add the apple cider vinegar and water, and stir until the flaxseed meal becomes sticky and holds together in a lump, for about 30 seconds. Then use your hands to roughly form the dough into a loaf shape. (Don't over-knead the dough. Handle it as little as possible). The loaf should have a nice smooth surface.
- Place the loaf into a greased (or parchment paper-lined) loaf pan. The bread fits perfectly into a 1-pound loaf pan (8.5" x 4.5"). However, if you only have 1.5-pound loaf pan (10" x 5") - like I do - it will work just fine. (If you're working with the larger size loaf pan, form the loaf, place it into the loaf pan, but don't press it into the corners). You can also use a baking sheet lined with a piece of parchment paper. The bread holds its shape during baking really well, so the loaf pan is not necessary.
- Mist with water and sprinkle some seeds on top (I use a mix of flaxseeds, sesame seeds, and sunflower seeds). Gently press down on the seeds with your palm to make them stick better.
- Note: if you watched the video that goes with this recipe, I said that I let the bread rest, covered, for a few minutes. Well, if you're using the baking soda, you want to do the opposite. When you mix baking soda (base) with apple cider vinegar (acid), you get a chemical reaction. A product of this reaction is carbon dioxide, producing a lift in your baked goods. The reaction starts as soon as the base and the acid are mixed. So, get the bread in the oven immediately after you mix the two, before the reaction tapers off.
- Bake the bread for 60 minutes. The crust should be golden brown (if using golden flaxseeds).
- Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool inside the loaf pan for 10 minutes. Transfer the bread on a cooling rack, and let it cool completely before slicing.
- Store the flaxseed bread in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 7 days. For longer term storage, freeze in an airtight container for up to 3 months. I like to slice the bread prior to freezing, but you can freeze the whole loaf as well.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 slice, Carbohydrate 5 g, Protein 3 g, Fat 5 g, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 1 g
FLAXSEED BREAD
"This hearty, whole grain bread is among my all-time favorites," says Jennifer Niemi of Kingston, Nova Scotia. "The flaxseed adds a nutty texture. Every slice is so satisfying."
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 1h15m
Yield 1 loaf (16 slices).
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the whole wheat flour, 1 cup all-purpose flour, yeast and salt. In a large saucepan, heat the milk, brown sugar, honey and 2 tablespoons butter to 120°-130°. Add to dry ingredients; beat until smooth. Stir in ground and whole flaxseed until blended. Stir in enough remaining all-purpose flour to form a firm dough. , Turn onto a lightly floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 minutes. Place in a large bowl coated with cooking spray, turning once to coat top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour. , Punch dough down. Turn onto a lightly floured surface. Shape into a loaf; place in a 9x5-in. loaf pan coated with cooking spray. Cover and let rise until doubled, about 30 minutes. , Bake at 375° for 35-40 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from pan to a wire rack. Melt remaining butter; brush over bread. Cool.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 169 calories, Fat 5g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 183mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 6g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
BASIC FLAXSEED BREAD (FLAX SEED BREAD)
From Fleischmann's Yeast "Bake for the Cure" recipes. What I like about this recipe is that it can be made into a French Bread-like loaf. Should you want to use regular active dry yeast, proof first and adjust rise times. (Note: I found with the fast rising yeast it took an exhorbitant amount of time to achieve the correct amount of rise. I prefer using regular active dry yeast with the proofing method in warm water and a normal rise time.)
Provided by gailanng
Categories Yeast Breads
Time 1h30m
Yield 2 loaves
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large bowl, mix dry ingredients. Stir in the warm water, honey and olive oil until it forms soft dough. Turn out dough onto a floured surface, add more flour if dough is too sticky and knead dough for 5 minutes until smooth and elastic. Cover and let rise for 20 minutes in a warm place.
- On a floured surface cut dough in half. Roll dough to form a French bread like loaf. Place on a baking sheet lined with nonstick liner. Lightly flour the bottom of loaf and place on liner. Cover again with clean towel and let rise for about 30 minutes. I found this took much longer for me.
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Bake loaves for 30 minutes or until sounds hollow when tapped on bottom.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 885.7, Fat 33.2, SaturatedFat 3.5, Sodium 1189.6, Carbohydrate 132.2, Fiber 26.8, Sugar 27.2, Protein 26.9
FLAX MEAL BREAD
This recipe makes a large, great-tasting, high-fibre bread for the bread machine. I adapted it from a basic white bread recipe.
Provided by lmatheson
Categories Yeast Breads
Time 4h10m
Yield 1 loaf, 20 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Place ingredients in bread machine pan in order given.
- Choose 2 pound loaf size, grain setting, and desired crust darkness and start bread machine.
- To serve, cool, cut loaf in half, then slice each half in 10 slices- yielding 20 slices.
Tips:
- Use golden flax meal: Golden flax meal is milder in flavor and has a lighter color than brown flax meal. It is also more commonly found in grocery stores.
- Grind your own flax seeds: If you can't find flax meal in your grocery store, you can easily make your own by grinding whole flax seeds in a coffee grinder or food processor.
- Soak the flax meal before using: Soaking the flax meal in water or other liquid for at least 15 minutes before using will help to soften it and make it more digestible.
- Add flax meal to your favorite recipes: Flax meal can be added to a variety of recipes, including breads, muffins, cookies, pancakes, waffles, oatmeal, yogurt, and smoothies.
- Start with a small amount of flax meal: If you're new to using flax meal, start with a small amount and gradually increase it as you get used to the taste and texture.
Conclusion:
Flax meal is a nutritious and versatile ingredient that can be added to a variety of recipes. It is a good source of fiber, omega-3 fatty acids, and lignans, which are all beneficial for health. By following these tips, you can easily incorporate flax meal into your diet and enjoy its many health benefits.
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