Avocado Bread

Avocado bread can be a healthy alternative to standard white wheat bread, especially if you value the added nutrients from avocado. However, if your main goal is higher fiber and whole grain benefits, you might consider using whole wheat flour in your recipe or choosing a high-quality whole wheat bread instead. Ultimately, both can be part of a balanced diet when enjoyed in moderation.

Avocado Bread Ingredients

• Dry Ingredients:
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour (or whole wheat flour for a healthier twist)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons sugar (or honey for a natural sweetener)
  • 1 packet active dry yeast (about 2¼ teaspoons)
• Wet Ingredients:
  • 1 ripe avocado (mashed until smooth)
  • 1 cup warm water (about 110°F/43°C – warm enough to activate the yeast)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Optional:
  • A sprinkle of seeds (like sesame or chia) on top for added texture

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Instructions

1. Activate the Yeast:
   • In a small bowl, combine the warm water and sugar.
   • Sprinkle the yeast over the water and let it sit for about 5–10 minutes until it becomes frothy. This means the yeast is active.
2. Prepare the Wet Mixture:
   • In a large mixing bowl, add the mashed avocado and olive oil.
   • Pour in the yeast mixture and stir until the avocado is well incorporated.
3. Mix Dry Ingredients:
   • In another bowl, whisk together the flour and salt.
   • Gradually add the dry ingredients into the avocado mixture. Stir until a shaggy dough forms.
4. Knead the Dough:
   • Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface.
   • Knead the dough for about 8–10 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic. You can also use a stand mixer with a dough hook attachment if preferred.
5. First Rise:
   • Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover it with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until it has doubled in size.
6. Shape and Second Rise:
   • Punch down the dough gently to release air.
   • Shape the dough into a loaf or roll it out into your desired shape.
   • Place the shaped dough on a baking tray lined with parchment paper.
   • If you like, brush the top with a little extra olive oil and sprinkle seeds on top.
   • Let the dough rise for an additional 20–30 minutes.
7. Bake:
   • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
   • Bake the bread for 30–35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the loaf sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.
8. Cool and Enjoy:
   • Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool on a rack.
   • Slice and enjoy your homemade avocado bread on its own, or with your favorite spread.

Avocado Bread

Angela Coleby

Below is a common and easy-to-follow recipe for avocado bread that you can try at home. This recipe uses mashed ripe avocado to add moisture and a subtle flavor to the dough while reducing the need for extra fats.

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Prep Time 2 hours hrs

Cook Time 30 minutes mins

Course Bread

Servings 10

Calories 200 kcal

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Ingredients

  

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• 3 cups all-purpose flour or whole wheat flour for a healthier twist
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoon sugar or honey for a natural sweetener
• 1 packet active dry yeast about 2¼ teaspoons
• 1 ripe avocado mashed until smooth
• 1 cup warm water about 110°F/43°C – warm enough to activate the yeast
• 2 tablespoon olive oil
• sprinkle seeds (sesame or chia) optional

Instructions

 

• Activate the Yeast:

  In a small bowl, combine the warm water and sugar.

  Sprinkle the yeast over the water and let it sit for about 5–10 minutes until it becomes frothy. This means the yeast is active.
• Prepare the Wet Mixture:

  In a large mixing bowl, add the mashed avocado and olive oil.

  Pour in the yeast mixture and stir until the avocado is well incorporated.
• Mix Dry Ingredients:

  In another bowl, whisk together the flour and salt.

  Gradually add the dry ingredients into the avocado mixture. Stir until a shaggy dough forms.
• Knead the Dough:

  Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface.

  Knead the dough for about 8–10 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic. You can also use a stand mixer with a dough hook attachment if preferred.
• First Rise:

  Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover it with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until it has doubled in size.
• Shape and Second Rise:

  Punch down the dough gently to release air.

  Shape the dough into a loaf or roll it out into your desired shape.

  Place the shaped dough on a baking tray lined with parchment paper.

  If you like, brush the top with a little extra olive oil and sprinkle seeds on top.

  Let the dough rise for an additional 20–30 minutes.
• Bake:

  Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).Bake the bread for 30–35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the loaf sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.
• Cool and Enjoy:

  Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool on a rack.

  Slice and enjoy your homemade avocado bread on its own, or with your favorite spread.

Notes

• Serving Size: Nutritional facts are estimated per slice if the loaf is divided into 10 slices. Adjust accordingly if you slice the bread differently.
• Variability: Substituting whole wheat flour for all-purpose flour, using different sweeteners, or adding extras like seeds can change the nutritional profile.
• Customization: You can modify the recipe for more fiber or protein by adding ingredients like chia seeds or nuts if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1SliceCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 31gProtein: 4gFat: 5gFiber: 2gNet Carbohydrates: 29g

The information shown is an estimate provided by an online nutrition calculator.

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