Keto Italian Bread Recipe

This soft, herbaceous Keto Italian Bread is made with almond flour, mozzarella cheese, and Italian seasoning, and ready in 30 minutes. The crust turns beautifully golden in the oven while the inside stays wonderfully warm and tender. I make this weekly to satisfy my carb cravings without breaking my macros.

Why This Classic Works

I struggled for a long time to find a low-carb bread that did not taste like cardboard. Most recipes I tried were too dense or overwhelmingly eggy.

Using a mozzarella dough base completely solved the texture issue for me. I was surprised at how closely the melted cheese mimics the chew of traditional gluten.

Keto Italian Bread Ingredients

• 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 2 oz cream cheese
• 1 1/2 cups blanched almond flour
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tbsp Italian seasoning
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp baking powder

How To Make Keto Italian Bread

1. Melt the cheese: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine mozzarella and cream cheese. Microwave in 30-second intervals until completely melted and smooth.
2. Mix the dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the almond flour, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and baking powder.
3. Combine the dough: Add the dry ingredients and eggs to the melted cheese mixture. Knead the dough with your hands until fully incorporated.
4. Shape the loaf: Form the dough into an oval loaf shape and place it on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
5. Bake the bread: Bake at 375°F for 20 minutes until the outside is golden brown and firm to the touch.

Recipe Tips

• Wet your hands: The dough can be very sticky, so lightly wetting your hands makes shaping the loaf much easier.
• Use pre-shredded cheese: Pre-shredded mozzarella contains anti-caking agents that actually help this specific dough hold its shape.
• Let it cool: Cutting the bread immediately will cause it to fall apart. Let it cool for at least 15 minutes to set the crumb.

What To Serve With Keto Italian Bread

This bread pairs perfectly with a hearty bowl of low-carb meatballs and marinara sauce. It is also excellent sliced horizontally and toasted for a deli meat sandwich.

How To Store

Store leftover bread in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. You can also slice the loaf and freeze it in a zip-top bag for up to 3 months.

FAQs

• Can I use coconut flour instead of almond flour? No, coconut flour absorbs moisture differently. You would need to completely alter the liquid ratios for it to work.
• Why did my dough become hard to mix? If the cheese cools down too quickly, the dough becomes stiff. Simply microwave it for another 15 seconds to soften it.
• Can I make this without a microwave? Yes, you can melt the mozzarella and cream cheese together in a double boiler on the stove over low heat.

Nutrition

• Calories: 180
• Total Fat: 14g
• Saturated Fat: 5g
• Cholesterol: 65mg
• Sodium: 250mg
• Total Carbohydrate: 5g
• Protein: 11g

Try More Recipes:

• Quick and Crispy Toasted Italian Bread Recipe
• Easy Small Batch Italian Bread For Two
• Easy Crusty Dutch Oven Italian Bread
• Easy Italian Beer Bread Recipe

Keto Italian Bread

Recipe by Paula

Servings

8

servings

Prep time

10

minutes

Cooking time

20

minutes

Total time

30

minutes

Keto Italian Bread features a soft, tender crumb made with almond flour, mozzarella, and herbs. Ready in 30 minutes, this quick low-carb loaf is a simple addition to your weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

• 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

• 2 oz cream cheese

• 1 1/2 cups blanched almond flour

• 2 large eggs

• 1 tbsp Italian seasoning

• 1 tsp garlic powder

• 1 tsp baking powder

Directions

• 1. Melt the cheese: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine mozzarella and cream cheese. Microwave in 30-second intervals until completely melted and smooth.
• 2. Mix the dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the almond flour, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and baking powder.
• 3. Combine the dough: Add the dry ingredients and eggs to the melted cheese mixture. Knead the dough with your hands until fully incorporated.
• 4. Shape the loaf: Form the dough into an oval loaf shape and place it on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
• 5. Bake the bread: Bake at 375°F for 20 minutes until the outside is golden brown and firm to the touch.