Bread substitute from 3 ingredients: Gluten-free low-carb flatbreads in 10 minutes

Bread substitute from 3 ingredients: Gluten-free low-carb flatbreads in 10 minutes recept

Name: Bread substitute from 3 ingredients: Gluten-free low-carb flatbreads in 10 minutes
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 2
Ingredients: 2 eggs; 2 tablespoons ground seeds (flax, sesame, sunflower, or chia); 1 tablespoon water or milk (coconut also possible); Optional seasoning?; A pinch of salt and herbs, or garlic powder (savory version); A pinch of cinnamon and a little non-caloric sweetener (sweet version); 2 tablespoons almond flour + ½ teaspoon baking powder instead of seeds

Easy to prepare
2 serving
10 minutes

Jan, 17. 12. 2025

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Looking for a quick alternative to baked goods without unnecessary additives? These gluten-free, low-carb and keto-friendly 3-ingredient flatbreads can be made in a pan in just a few minutes. They hold their shape well, have a neutral flavor, and work as a base for toast, sandwiches, and as a side for soups and salads.

For 2 serving

Ingredients

2 eggs
2 tablespoons ground seeds (flax, sesame, sunflower, or chia)
1 tablespoon water or milk (coconut also possible)
Optional seasoning?
A pinch of salt and herbs, or garlic powder (savory version)
A pinch of cinnamon and a little non-caloric sweetener (sweet version)

Fluffier variation (still 3 ingredients):

2 tablespoons almond flour + ½ teaspoon baking powder instead of seeds

Preparation procedure

Mix the batter. In a bowl whisk the eggs, add the ground seeds and the water/milk. You’ll get a thinner mixture resembling pancake batter. Adjust the thickness with a drop of liquid if needed.
Preheat the pan. Lightly coat a non-stick pan with oil and heat over medium heat.
Fry the flatbreads. Pour the batter with a ladle into a thin layer (like small pancakes). Fry 2–3 minutes on one side, then flip and cook 1–2 minutes more, until set and lightly golden.
Serve. Serve immediately as „slices of bread“ with cheese and vegetables, or use them as wraps.

Total preparation time: 10–12 minutes

Servings: 2 servings (approx. 2–4 thin flatbreads depending on pan size)

Tips and variations

Texture: Flax or chia flatbreads are more flexible, sesame ones are crunchier.
Meal-prep: Store finished flatbreads in the fridge for 2 days; briefly reheat in a dry pan before serving.
Sweet: Spread with peanut butter and top with banana slices or berries.
Savory: Great with avocado, a hard-boiled egg, smoked salmon, or cottage cheese with herbs.

Nutritional benefits

Compared to regular baked goods, the flatbreads have more protein and healthy fats and fewer carbohydrates, so they are more filling and help maintain steady energy throughout the day.

Conclusion

The 3-ingredient flatbreads are a quick and versatile bread substitute without baking and without gluten. You can adapt them to sweet or savory tastes, and thanks to a few minutes in the pan you always have a reliable base for a quick meal. Include the recipe in your weekly routine – time and ingredient savings are guaranteed.