Pecan Bread
This is a follow up to my Keto Pecan Buns. Pecan is one of the healthiest nuts to consume and it also has the lowest carb content among all nuts. One similarity between pecans vs. walnuts and other common nut varieties is that they are botanically classified as a fruit cultivar known as a “drupe,” or “stone fruit.” Drupes contain a small seed on the inside, a shell of some kind surrounding the seed and an outer “fleshy” component. The word “pecan” actually means “a nut that requires a stone to crack.” Not only are pecans high in healthy fats, protein and fiber, but pecans are also brimming with key nutrients like manganese, copper and thiamine. Plus, they’ve been tied to a number of impressive health benefits, from improved heart health to better brain function and beyond. Pecans are loaded with antioxidants, which are important compounds that help protect against oxidative stress and inflammation. They also have anti-inflammatory properties. What's more? They make the most delicious keto bread that is light, soft, fluffy and crispy when toasted. At only 1 g net carb per serving, you can enjoy this keto bread guiltfree.
1. For best results, weigh the ingredients with a digital scale
2. Preheat the oven at 350F or 180C.
3. Grind the raw pecans together with the coconut flour until you get a "meal" texture (see video on the grinding process). The reason I added coconut flour is to help to absorb the excess fats from pecans so as to ease the grinding process. It's important to pulse, not blend as blending will easily turn them into butter. You can also grind more and store them in the fridge or freezer.
4. In a bowl, mix all the dry ingredients until well combined.
5. Add all the wet ingredients and mix until a soft dough is formed.
6. Place the dough into a greased 8x4" loaf pan lined with parchment paper. Spread evenly and leave the top round.
7. Top with any seeds, nuts or herbs of your choice (optional).
8. Bake at the lowest rack for 1 hour or until a wooden skewer comes out clean.
9. Cool completely before cutting into thin slices.
10. These pecan bread can be stored at room temperature for a few days if you have a cool and dry climate otherwise, it's best to refrigerate them earlier. They can be refrigerated up to 1 week and frozen for months.
[Total Servings = 20]
NUTRITION INFO PER SERVING
Total Carb = 3.6 g
Dietary Fiber = 2.5 g
Net Carb = 1.1 g
Calories = 98
Total Fat = 8.7 g
Protein = 2.8 g
This nutrition information is just a guide. Feel free to use your own macro calculation app for accuracy.
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