Almond Tea Bread [0000723]

Ingredients:

2 cups almond flour
1/4 cup coconut flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
3 large eggs
1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
1 teaspoon almond extract
Sliced almonds, for topping (optional)

Instructions:

Preheat and Prepare:

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Grease a loaf pan and line it with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides for easy removal.

Mix Dry Ingredients:

In a bowl, whisk together the almond flour, coconut flour, baking soda, and salt until well combined.

Blend Wet Ingredients:

In another bowl, beat the eggs.

Add honey or maple syrup, unsweetened applesauce, and almond extract. Mix until the wet ingredients are thoroughly combined.

Combine Wet and Dry:

Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until a smooth batter forms. The batter will be thicker than traditional wheat-based batters.

Bake:

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.

If desired, sprinkle sliced almonds on top of the batter for added texture and flavor.

Bake Time:

Bake in the preheated oven for about 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Cooling:

Once baked, remove the tea bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes.

Use the parchment paper overhang to carefully lift the bread out of the pan and onto a wire rack to cool completely.

Slice and Serve:

Once fully cooled, slice the Gluten-Free Almond Tea Bread into slices.

Enjoy the bread as a delicious gluten-free treat with a cup of tea or coffee, or as a snack any time of the day.
This Gluten-Free Almond Tea Bread offers a delightful blend of almond flavor and natural sweetness. The combination of almond flour and coconut flour provides a tender and moist texture. Adjust sweetness by using more or less honey/maple syrup according to your taste preferences.