Ingredients
Scale
- 360 g gluten-free flour blend (about 3 cups)
- 1–2 tbsp sugar
- 1½ tsp salt
- 1 tbsp xanthan gum (if blend lacks it)
- 2¼ tsp instant yeast
- 1½ cups warm water (105–115°F)
- 2 tbsp oil
- 2 large eggs or 2 tbsp ground flax + 4 tbsp water for egg-free
Instructions
- Whisk dry ingredients in a bowl: gluten-free flour blend, sugar, salt, xanthan gum, instant yeast.
- In a separate bowl, whisk wet ingredients: warm water, oil, and eggs (or flax mixture).
- Mix wet ingredients into the dry until a thick, slightly sticky batter forms.
- Pour batter into a greased 9×5 loaf pan.
- Let rise in a warm spot (75–85°F) until puffed about 50–75% (30–60 minutes).
- Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 35–45 minutes until top is golden and center reaches 205–210°F.
- Cool completely on a rack before slicing for best texture.
Notes
For a sweet twist, try adding apple or cinnamon. Always measure flour by weight for best results.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free