Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 100 g buckwheat flour
- 100 g white rice flour
- 100 g chickpea flour
- 40 g tapioca flour/starch
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ¾-1 tsp sea salt
- 50 g pumpkin seeds (optional)
- 30 g psyllium husk powder
Wet Ingredients
- 450 ml water
Instructions
- Prepare Psyllium Gel: In a bowl, combine the water with psyllium husk powder and whisk vigorously until it gels and thickens instantly. Set this mixture aside for 20-30 minutes to fully hydrate.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: While the psyllium gel sets, measure and combine all dry ingredients including flours, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and pumpkin seeds in a large bowl. Preheat the oven to 390 °F (200 °C).
- Knead the Dough: Add the thickened psyllium gel to the dry ingredients. Knead using a hand mixer with a dough hook or by hand for 5-10 minutes until the dough forms a cohesive ball.
- Adjust Dough Consistency: If the dough feels too wet, sprinkle in 1-2 tablespoons of tapioca flour to balance moisture. If it appears too dry, add a small amount of water to achieve a workable dough consistency.
- Shape the Loaf: Form the dough into a round or rectangular loaf shape. Place it on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper that has been lightly dusted with tapioca flour to prevent sticking.
- Bake the Bread: Bake the loaf in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes until fully cooked and firm to the touch. Allow the bread to cool completely on a wire rack before slicing.
- Storage: Once cooled, slice and enjoy. The bread freezes well for up to 3 months, maintaining freshness upon thawing.
Notes
- Use metric measurements (grams and milliliters) for accuracy.
- The psyllium husk powder acts as a binding agent replacing gluten.
- Pumpkin seeds are optional but add a nice crunch and nutrition.
- Adjust dough hydration carefully by adding more tapioca flour or water as needed for optimal texture.
- Ensure bread is fully cooled before slicing to prevent crumbling.
- Freezing slices individually is recommended for ease.
- Prep Time: 35 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Gluten-Free
- Diet: Gluten Free