Cheesy Keto Microwave Egg Loaf

⏱ 8 mins 🍽 2-4 serving(s) 🏷 Quick Breads

This speedy keto loaf is prepared entirely in the microwave, creating a sliceable, egg-based bread in just minutes. It combines almond flour, melted butter, and eggs with coarsely grated gruyere cheese and a generous mix of fresh herbs. The result is a satisfying, savoury quick bread that's perfect for a low-carb snack or light meal, requiring only a few pantry staples and minimal effort.

Cheesy Keto Microwave Egg Loaf

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup unsalted grass-fed butter (1/2 stick)
  • 4 large eggs
  • 3/4 cup almond flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • kosher salt & freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/4 cup mixed chopped herbs (packed, such as parsley, cilantro, dill, and thyme)
  • 1/3 cup coarsely grated gruyere

Method

  1. Put the butter into a 9” x 5” loaf pan and microwave it on high for about 20 seconds until melted.
  2. Swirl the melted butter to coat the pan, then pour the excess into a medium mixing bowl.
  3. To the bowl, add the eggs, almond flour, baking powder, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt, stirring until you have a smooth mixture.
  4. Mix in the chopped herbs and grated gruyere, then season well with black pepper and fold everything together.
  5. Pour the combined mixture into the buttered loaf pan.
  6. Microwave the loaf for approximately 4 minutes until it is puffed and cooked through.
  7. Allow it to cool for a short time, then run a knife around the edges of the pan.
  8. Turn the loaf out onto a cutting board, slice it, and serve.

Nutrition (per serving)

Sodium768100 mg

Recipe details

CategoryQuick Breads
Authornorasingley