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A keto yeast bread recipe to make in a bread machine! It’s the best homemade low carb yeast bread and has less than 4 grams of net carbs per slice. Plus, it gets great results every time.
My near zero carb bread made with pork rinds is one of the most popular recipes on the website. But some may want a low carb bread recipe that has closer texture to regular wheat bread.
When I first started on a low carb diet, I wasn’t concerned about gluten or soy. So I used a lot of ingredients that I wouldn’t use today. And one of my favorite recipes was a keto bread machine recipe.
After several failed attempts at making a low carb yeast bread in my bread machine, I finally found success. But I had to rely on a tried and true recipe found at Low Carb Luxury called Gabi’s World-Famous Bread.
Before going gluten-free, I’d make the recipe frequently because it’s so close to the real thing. But these days, with the popularity of the keto diet, there are a lot more options available. However, this is still a great recipe for those wanting to still use their bread machine after cutting carbs.
How to make a low carb bread machine recipe
It’s really easy to make keto yeast bread in a bread machine. First, you’ll proof the yeast to make sure it’s active. To do that, you simply mix it with sugar and warm water. The temperature of the water needs to be warm enough to activate the yeast, ideally over 80°F.
If the yeast mixture bubbles, it means it’s active and you can go ahead and add the dry ingredients. But they should be combined in a bowl first before adding.
With this low carb yeast bread recipe, I set the machine for a large 1.5 pound loaf with a medium baking control selection. Of course, the settings will depend on your specific bread machine model.
I let the machine run through its automatic cycle which took about 3 hours. However, you can experiment with the keto yeast bread recipe to determine the best time needed for your machine.
Does the type of bread machine matter?
My bread machine is made by Welbilt I have owned for over twenty years. It’s got a vertical loaf pan whereas a lot of the newer styles have a standard horizontal pan.
Since going low carb, this machine hasn’t got much use. Before learning how to make this keto bread with yeast, I just used a low carb bread mix.
However, commercially sold mixes tend to be a little pricey. That’s why it’s good to have an easy low carb bread recipe for a bread machine.
Low Carb Yeast Bread Recipe for a Bread Machine
I haven’t figured out how to make a gluten-free keto yeast bread in the machine that’s low in carbs. And I’m not sure if it’s possible since gluten is usually needed for yeast bread.
Psyllium husk powder can be used to make keto breads with a texture similar to regular bread. However, there’s no need to have a rise cycle with psyllium so the bread machine isn’t needed.
And psyllium has zero net carbs because it’s all fiber. A packet of active dry yeast has about 1.5 grams of net carbs.
Low Carb Sandwich Bread
Do you miss real bread? It can be tough to find a loaf of bread low in carbs that’s commercially made. And if you do it tends to be very expensive.
But there aren’t a lot of keto yeast bread recipes. Most are quick breads without gluten like the ones below:
- Sunflower Seed Bread
- Keto Gluten-Free Egg-Free Bread
- Psyllium Husk Keto Bread
- Keto Cheese Bread
- Low Carb Flaxseed Bread
And for those that would rather buy bread already made, ThinSlim Foods and LC Foods have great tasting products. I personally love the ThinSlim Foods bagels.
Hope you enjoy this easy low carb yeast bread! It’s excellent for making keto cucumber sandwiches or low carb French toast.
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Low Carb Yeast Bread for Bread Machine
Ingredients
- 1 package dry yeast Rapid Rise/Highly Active
- 1/2 teaspoon sugar see note
- 1 1/8 cup warm water 90-100°F
- 3 Tablespoons olive oil or avocado oil
- 1 cup vital wheat gluten flour
- 1/4 cup oat flour
- 3/4 cup soy flour
- 1/4 cup flax meal
- 1/4 cup coarse unprocessed wheat bran
- 1 Tablespoon sugar see note
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Proof the yeast by mixing it with the sugar and water at the bottom of the bread machine loaf pan. (If it's not bubbling, the yeast is no longer active so it should be tossed out)
- Combine the oil, vital wheat gluten flour, oat flour, soy flour, flax meal, wheat bran, sweetener, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl. Pour the dry mixture over the wet ingredients in the bread machine pan.
- Set bread machine to the basic cycle (3-4 hours) and bake.
- Cool on a rack then slice.
Notes
Low Carb Sweeteners | Keto Sweetener Conversion Chart
Nutrition
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Mimi
I am going to make hamburger buns with this after the dough cycle is finished. Any tips?
Lisa MarcAurele
I would just form into rolls and bake in the oven until they test done. I’d try baking at 350°F.
Margaret Gooding
I tried several bread machine recipes for keto bread and were not very happy with most of them. I have been using your recipe several times a week for months. It is so good. I add sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds and chopped walnuts (I just eyeball it) and some sweetener (2 Tbsp). I use gallon size zip-lock bags to mix up several batches (minus the water, yeast, sugar and oil) ahead so it is faster to get a loaf baking.
Cathy Tilbrook
And can I use anything to substitute soy flour
Lisa MarcAurele
I haven’t tested the recipe with a substitute, but you can check the comments from others. Sesame flour may work.
Lesley
Hi
I have made the small loaf and it was a bit mishappned but still tasted nice. I Then doubled the recipe and made a large one and it tured out nice mind you it did reach the lid of the bread but it stilled turned out nice again. Never had a problems.x :-)🍞
Sissie Akers
What size loaf does this make 1, 1.5 or 2 pound?
Lisa MarcAurele
It’s been a while since I’ve made it but I believe it’s a 1.5 pound.
Roch
Wow it’s really good bread I did add a little extra water but it’s really fluffy and tasty
Gloria Gordon
I haven’t tried your bread but will in time. I did purchase your book in support of your work to thank you for some fabulous recipes you have provided us all.
Currently I make ‘Deidre’s Keto bread’ in a breadmaker and I make it every week. It has changed my life. This bread looks very similar, however, I prefer the ingredients in Deidre’s bread. She has a YouTube video for both breadmaker and oven. Thank you again for you contributions to the Ketogenic lifestyle. We are all the better for it.
Lisa MarcAurele
I’ve been wanting to tweak the ingredients in this recipe but need to find a tester since I’m gluten-free. I do think the gluten is necessary in this type of bread but some of the flours could be substituted out.
Paula
Is vital wheat gluten flour the same as what is just labeled as vital wheat gluten?
Lisa MarcAurele
I’m pretty sure it is.
Janice
Can I substitute Carbalose flour for the flours?
Lisa MarcAurele
It’s worth experimenting with, but you may need to tweak the recipe a bit.
rae
I bought a mini bread maker and have been experimenting with carbalose. the bread tastes good, texture is okay, but there are 2 rises. Carbalose only needs one rise in my experience. second rise deflated the loaf. I followed the basic bread recipe for 2 cups flour, 2/3 cup water (again this if for a mini breadmachine. May have to take it out before the second rise and bake in the oven.
Lisa MarcAurele
It would be great if Carbolose worked in the recipe. I’ve never tried using it for yeast bread.
Michael breitenstein
I made the bread 🍞 it taste great
But mine did not rise much and very twisted and gnarled
Can I ask you what I’m doing wrong?
Set on basic but it beats down twice on basic bread setting. Should I try quick bread setting instead?
I’d send a picture of my machine and the loaf but can’t insert them here
Lisa MarcAurele
I wish I could help, but I haven’t made this bread in many years. But maybe someone may be able to offer some advice.
Melinda
You may need to add more water. I have had this happen. Watch the dough as it mixes. If you have more than 1 dough ball than add water a little at a time until you have only one ball of dough.
Len Girvan
Hi. Does this recipe works with any brand of bread maker ? I have a Panasonic SD – 2501. I would like to try it. Thanks for any reply. Cheers!
Lisa MarcAurele
It should work for any brand. Mine was an upright Welbilt and it worked great.
Eugene Baylus
1st try – my loaf fell! 🙁 I THINK it was taller, but only a few inches tall now. My friend made the same recipe, and it came out great! My yeast proofed nicely. Any suggestions before I try again??
Lisa MarcAurele
The most common reason is too much liquid. But it could be the gluten, over kneading the dough or over-proofing the dough which cause more gas to get incorporate which falls after removing from the hot oven. So it’s hard to say what caused it.
Laura
Should the soy flour used be fermented or unfermented?
Lisa MarcAurele
Fermented soy is supposed to be healthier so I’d use that if it’s available.
Lucy
It just won’t rise for me. Tried it 3 times. I know yeast is good
Lisa MarcAurele
If your yeast is good, I’m not sure. It’s always worked for me. Maybe temperature? Is the dough getting bigger when it sits on the rise cycle?
Sheila
Is there a substitute for the soy flour?
Lisa MarcAurele
Some say coconut flour may work, but I’ve never tried it.
Sarah Lee
May replace wheat bran with oat bran?
Lisa MarcAurele
It’s usually okay as a substitute, but I’ve never tried it in this recipe.
Morgan
Is it possible to replace the yeast with Easy Bake/Quick Yeast and bypass the proving element of the recipe? It would be so nice to simply put the ingredients in order, per bread maker instructions, and press ‘go’.
Lisa MarcAurele
If you know the yeast is fresh, you should be okay skipping the proof.
Morgan
I cannot get this to rise no matter what I do.
Tried initially with EasyBake/Quick Yeast as per my previous question. The yeast is known to be good and works fine with a different recipe. That recipe contains eggs which I’m trying to avoid. I’ve now made 3 attempts with the recipe as printed to include all ingredients and instructions. The yeast is proofed and bubbling nicely prior to adding the dry ingredients yet absolutely no rise whatsoever……..zilch, nada. Just a rubbery mess. I’m not sure I have the patience to try anymore so my search for a low carb, no eggs, recipe for the bread machine goes on.
Lisa MarcAurele
This is a complex recipe and something off in temperature, kneading, or an ingredient could impact. So it’s hard to say. It’s not my original recipe, it’s named after the creator, Gabi. I had great success with this bread when I was beginning low carb and have not made it in some time since going gluten-free and soy-free.
Steve
In Julie Jirdan’s comment the soy flour is replaced with coconut flour but the volume is much different, 3/4 cup vs 1/3 cup. Why is that?
Lisa MarcAurele
It’s not a one for one replacement. You only need about 1/4 to 1/3 the amount of coconut flour to regular flour.
Cattwuman
Not really a keto friendly bread recipe. Low carb…maybe. keto friendly… nope
Nadine
Does anyone know if you can add psyillium husk to this bread machine recipe and if so how much would be safe???? I added one TBSP which the bottle said was 1 serving and the bread sort of fell. Thanks for any assistance
Lisa MarcAurele
This recipe shouldn’t need psyllium.
Terry
I can’t find vital wheat gluten flour, only Vital wheat gluten, is that the same thing?
Lisa MarcAurele
I’m pretty sure it is.
Margaret
Am I the eating correctly…one full cup of vital wheat gluten?
Lisa MarcAurele
For any questions, see the original recipe which does show that amount.
Ann RLT
Thank you so very much Lisa for this lovely REAL bread recipe. Helps so much with keto efforts. Most everything else is fine but almond bread just doesn’t make it.
So again Thank you. Oh and of course it came out fabulous!
Lisa MarcAurele
This is the bread that helped make the transition much smoother when I moved to a low carb diet. Glad it’s helping you too!
Sim @ Sim's Life
This is an absolute game changer! I do miss being able to have a quick sandwich and super buttery toast on Keto, but I need to give this a try! Off to check out bread makers now! 🙂 Sim x
Laura
How is this considered Keto Bread? It has Sugar and non Keto flours in it? Maybe it should just be called Low Carb Bread and not Keto Bread.
Lisa MarcAurele
It’s more a low carb bread, but it’s keto friendly when looking at the carbs. The sugar is consumed by the yeast so that’s not an issue, but I’ve used keto friendly sweeteners too.
Julie Jirdan
I am very sensitive to soy. Is there an alternative I can use?
Lisa MarcAurele
You can try using about 1/3 cup coconut flour instead.
tc
Have I missed something or does this not say whether it’s for a 1 lb, 1 and 1/2 lb, or 2 lb loaf. I have a 1 pound machine and I have a 2 lb machine. Which do I use for this recipe?
Lisa MarcAurele
I baked it in a 1.5 lb machine.
DEE
where does the 3 tablespoons of oil come in?
Lisa MarcAurele
It’s with the other ingredients in the second step.
Blanca F
What can I use to replace Vital Wheat Gluten? So It can be gluten-free. Thanks!
Lisa MarcAurele
I have not been able to get the recipe to work right without it.
Peggy Courtney
what can i use instead of unprocessed wheat bran?
Lisa MarcAurele
You could try flaxmeal, but I’ve never tested anything else so no guarantee it will work.
Marion
Hi Lisa. I followed the instructions and I made your bread in a bread maker and after waiting for the bread to be ready after 3hrs of waiting,
i was so dissapointed it didnt even rise in there . Its about 4 inches high. And i wasnt happy at all.
Wont be making that again.
Lisa MarcAurele
This is a very old recipe that came from Low Carb Luxury. It’s something I used to make quite often and I never had an issue with it. Perhaps your ingredients differed slightly.
Sara Lawrence
It’s due to your yeast. Did you proof it? Happened to me when I bought yeast before and assumed since just bought and not expired that it was good to go. When my bread didn’t rise, I tested the other packet and sure enough, it was dead.
Ingrid
Hi there, I just have a question about the ingredients used. I thought Keto diets do not contain any wheat but this bread has wheat flour, bran, and oat flour? Perhaps it is just a lower card bread recipe but I definitely thought these things were to be avoided in a Keto diet.
Lisa MarcAurele
This is a bread that is low in carbs. Many choose to also go grain free when cutting carbs, especially with keto.
GDD
Your low carb bread in a bread machine did not rise
The yeast I have is good , dated oct 2020
Not impressed
Lisa MarcAurele
It could be other factors like temperature of the water added or even altitude.
John
I also just tried this recipe and on the first try I created a brick. By then i read the manual that came with the breadmaker and low and behold it said – if you are using the rapid rise yeast then you must use the rapid rise setting. On try 2 I made a wonderful soft loaf with a wonderful chew. I am diabetic and checked my BS before and after and found it had very little effect on my blood sugars.
Thank you Lisa
Lisa MarcAurele
Thanks for that tip John! I wondered why it didn’t come out the same for others. It’s always came out soft and chewy for me.
Carol
Hi Lisa, in your instructions you don’t say when to add the avocado oil? I’m assuming it’s after the proofing and before the dry? Also there are 2 different nutrition listings. Maybe you said why the difference but I didn’t see it?
Lisa MarcAurele
Thanks for catching that! It is after proofing. The note has the original calculation. The label is the more recent one so I’m going to remove the one in the note.
Becky Schultz
How can this be Keto if it includes “vital wheat gluten and soy flour”???? I am confused.
Lisa MarcAurele
A keto diet is one that is very low in carbs (generally less than 50 grams and usually less than 25 grams net). Many choose to avoid gluten and soy as well, but that doesn’t mean they aren’t allowed if the foods fit into daily targeted macros.
Barb
The recipe says it can be baked in the oven. What are the baking directions?
Lisa MarcAurele
I’d bake at 350°F for 25 to 45 minutes or until it tests done.
R.A
People, throwing “Keto” label on everything. This may be low carb but definitely isn’t Keto. Unless you are doing dirty or lazy keto and even that is just low carb.
Lisa MarcAurele
At 5 grams net carbs, a slice should not knock you out of ketosis. However, the ingredients aren’t as clean as most keto recipes and the recipe is recommended more for those on less restrictive ketogenic diets.
Barb
Need low carb bread recipes please
Lisa MarcAurele
There are several low carb bread recipes on this site.
Kip
This bread is a staple in our diet. I have diabetes and controlling carbs and still having a sandwich or toast is a true gift. Thanks to Gabi for developing this recipe. I have found that success with this recipe depends on accurate ingredients measuring so I have converted to weights vs. measure. The key ingredient weights that work for me are:
1C Vital Wheat Gluten – 150g
1/4C oat flour – 35g
3/4C soy flour – 75g
1/4C flax seed meal – 35g
1/4C coarse wheat bran – 15g
3T olive oil – 35g
1 1/8C 40C water – 265g
I make in a Panasonic RD250 bread machine, with yeast on the bottom of the pan, I also mix the ingredients well in a bowl and then add to the machine pan, then add liquids and bake on the 4hr cycle on light crust setting.
Lisa MarcAurele
Thanks so much for all the information Kip! Very helpful!
Jabeen
Looks like you have good experience of bread making. Can you please tell me will this recipe work with my Murphy Richards bread machine? I’ll be making bread for the first time in bread machine.
Kim Tait
I know you said “net carbs” But my husband’s dr said not to go by “net” but by actual carbs. What are the actual carbs per slice, please.
Lisa MarcAurele
I don’t recall for this recipe as it’s not mine, but I do think it’s fairly high maybe closer to 10g a slice.
Frances
How many carbs per slice?
Lisa
It’s about 3.4 grams net carbs per slice.
Pat
Hi! Thanks for the recipe. I went out yesterday and bought all the ingredients and camr home and baked ut directly according to your recipe without any substituions! I baked it in my bread machine and it came iut loiking just like your picture and even the slices liokrd like your pictyres. I was so excited until I took a bite. It tasted absolutely horrible and extremely butter! I cannot understand what happened! Do you have any ideas. Most of my products were Bob’s Red Mill and I got everything from Kroger. I would try again but I do not have a clue which item could be rancid and causing this terrible taste. I would so appreciate any help you could give me! Feeling a little discouraged!
Lisa
The only ingredient that might get bitter is flax. But I’m not really sure. It’s been a long time since I’ve made the bread because I went gluten-free.
Joanne
If you were hoping for a bread similar to white or whole wheat than you would be disappointed. Gaby’s Bread is very spongy and a different taste some could say bitter. It is a bread that does have a required taste. I have been making Gaby’s bread for a few years now and I rather enjoy the taste and texture. You could cut back on the flax seed to see if that helps cut the bitterness.
Cindy
If flax is old, it gets bitter.
Denise
I replaced the soy flour for coconut flour used 1/4 cup plus 2 tbs My bread did not turn out The bread raised somewhat but the top fell once in the oven. What did I do wrong?
Lisa
Coconut flour is different than other flours, but there are other things that can cause that like temperature and how much the dough is worked.
Lisa Prestidge
quick question Is this bread ok on a KETO diet?
Lisa
Carb-wise it is, but many avoid some of the ingredients.
angela Coltherd
what the calories pre slice in this bread ??
Lisa
This isn’t a Low Carb Yum recipe, so I don’t have that calculated. But, you can use a recipe analyzer online like MyFitnessPal.com to get an estimate.