This Gluten Free Herbes de Provence Almond Flour Bread is one of the most unique and flavorful gluten free breads I have ever made. Almond flour, parmesan cheese, and a generous tablespoon of Herbes de Provence are baked together into a golden and fragrant loaf that smells absolutely incredible coming out of the oven. The French herb blend gives this bread a flavor that is unlike any other almond flour bread you have tried.
It is earthy, aromatic, and completely irresistible toasted with butter.
What I love most about this recipe is how effortless it is. No yeast, no kneading, and no rising time. The batter comes together in about ten minutes and the oven does the rest.
I love this bread toasted and slathered with butter, made into a sandwich, or turned into quick garlic toast in the air fryer.
If you are looking for a gluten free bread with real flavor and real character, this is the one to make.
If you are looking for more bread recipes try my Gluten Free Italian Almond Flour Bread, my Gluten Free Sourdough Bread, my Gluten Free Cornbread or my Gluten Free Buttermilk Drop Biscuits.
You can find all of my bread recipes here: Gluten Free Bread Recipes
What Is Herbes de Provence?
Herbes de Provence is a classic French herb blend that originated in the Provence region of southern France. It has a warm, earthy, and slightly floral flavor that is unlike any single herb on its own.
The blend typically includes dried thyme, rosemary, oregano, marjoram, and savory. Some versions also include lavender which gives the blend a subtle floral note that pairs beautifully with the nuttiness of almond flour and the saltiness of parmesan cheese.
You can find Herbes de Provence in the spice aisle of most grocery stores. McCormick makes a widely available version. Specialty spice shops and online retailers will often carry more complex blends if you want to explore the flavor further.
What Makes Almond Flour Work for Gluten Free Bread
Almond flour is one of the best gluten free flour alternatives for savory quick breads like this one. Here is why it works so well.
- It is naturally gluten free and grain free. Almond flour is made from blanched almonds ground to a fine powder with no wheat, gluten, or grains involved.
- It creates a moist and tender crumb. The natural fat content in almond flour keeps baked goods moist and prevents the dry crumbly texture that is common in many gluten free breads.
- It does not require yeast or kneading. The eggs provide all the structure and lift this bread needs. No special techniques or equipment required beyond a stand mixer.
- It pairs beautifully with savory flavors. The mild nutty flavor of almond flour is the perfect base for Herbes de Provence, parmesan, and other savory additions.
Tips for Success
Beat your eggs until slightly frothy before adding any other ingredients. This is the single most important step in this recipe. Frothy eggs create air in the batter which gives the bread better lift and a lighter texture.
- Use finely ground blanched almond flour. Coarser almond meal will give your bread a grittier texture. Super fine almond flour gives you the best results.
- Do not overbake. Start checking the bread at 45 minutes. The top should be golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center should come out clean. Every oven runs slightly differently so check early rather than late.
- Let the bread cool completely before slicing. Almond flour bread slices much more cleanly once fully cooled. Slicing it warm will cause it to crumble.
- Use duck eggs if you can. I use farm fresh duck eggs which give the bread a richer color and flavor. Any large eggs work beautifully but farm fresh eggs will give you the best result.
Serving Suggestions
This Herbes de Provence almond flour bread is incredibly versatile. Here are some of my favorite ways to serve it.
- Toasted with butter. The simplest and most satisfying way to enjoy this bread. Toast a slice until golden and spread generously with salted butter while it is still warm.
- As a sandwich bread. This bread is sturdy enough for sandwiches. Turkey, swiss cheese, mayonnaise, and mustard on toasted slices with a quick trip through the air fryer makes an incredible toasted sandwich.
- As gluten free garlic toast. Brush slices with butter, sprinkle with garlic powder, and toast in the air fryer or oven until golden. The Herbes de Provence already baked into the bread makes this garlic toast something special.
- Dipped in olive oil. Slice and serve alongside a bowl of good olive oil for dipping. The French herb flavor makes this a natural pairing for a simple appetizer or starter.
- Alongside soup. This bread pairs beautifully with gluten free soups and stews. Use it to soak up the broth from a bowl of tomato soup or chicken vegetable soup.
Storage
Store this bread in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to five days. Because there are no preservatives it will spoil quickly at room temperature especially in warm weather.
For longer storage this bread freezes beautifully. Wrap individual slices in foil and store them in a freezer safe bag for up to three months. Defrost slices at room temperature or toast them directly from frozen.
Top Tip
Do not rush beating the eggs. Add the eggs to your stand mixer first and beat them until they are visibly frothy before adding the butter, oil, or any dry ingredients. This step creates air in the batter that gives the bread a lighter texture and better rise. Skipping it or under beating the eggs is the most common reason almond flour bread comes out dense and flat.
Frequently Asked Questions
Herbes de Provence is a classic French herb blend that typically includes dried thyme, rosemary, oregano, marjoram, and savory. Some blends also include a touch of lavender. You can find it in the spice aisle of most grocery stores. McCormick makes a widely available version that works perfectly in this recipe.
Yes and I highly recommend it. This bread freezes beautifully for up to three months. Wrap individual slices in foil and store them in a freezer safe bag. Defrost at room temperature or toast directly from frozen for a quick and easy gluten free bread anytime.
The most common reason is under beaten eggs. Beat the eggs until they are visibly frothy before adding any other ingredients. This creates air in the batter that gives the bread lift and a lighter texture. Also make sure your baking powder is fresh since old baking powder will not give the bread the rise it needs.
Yes. Italian seasoning works beautifully as a substitute and gives the bread a more familiar flavor profile. You could also use just rosemary and thyme if you do not have Herbes de Provence on hand. The parmesan cheese carries a lot of the flavor in this bread so any savory herb combination you enjoy will work well.
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Gluten Free Herbes de Provence Keto Bread
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 1 loaf 1x
- Diet: Gluten Free
Description
A savory gluten free almond flour bread made with Herbes de Provence, parmesan cheese, and avocado oil. This French herb loaf bakes up golden and flavorful with no yeast and no kneading required. Perfect for gluten free sandwiches, garlic toast, and serving alongside soup.
Ingredients
- 2 cups Almond Flour
- 1 tsp. Baking Powder
- ½ tsp. Xanthan Gum
- 1 tsp. Sea Salt
- 1 Tbsp. Herbes de Provence
- ¼ cup Parmesan Cheese, finely grated
- 7 large Eggs
- ½ cup Unsalted Butter, melted
- 2 Tbsp. Avocado Oil
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees. Grease a 9x5 loaf pan with coconut oil or butter. Set aside.
In the bowl of your stand mixer add the eggs and beat them until they are combined. Add the melted butter and avocado oil to the eggs and beat until they are slightly frothy.
Add the almond flour, baking powder, xanthan gum, sea salt, herbes de Provence and parmesan cheese to the egg mixture and beat just until combined.
Pour the batter into your greased 9x5 loaf pan.
Bake at 350 degrees for 45-50 minutes or until the top is golden brown and toothpick comes out clean from the center.
Let cool slightly and then transfer to a cutting board or cooling rack to finish cooling.
After the bread has completely cooled you can store it in an air tight container on the counter for up to two days, store in the refrigerator or wrap in tinfoil and then put in a freezer safe container and freeze for up to a month.
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- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
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Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees. Grease a 9x5 loaf pan with coconut oil or butter. Set aside.
In the bowl of your stand mixer add the eggs and beat them until they are combined. Add the melted butter and avocado oil to the eggs and beat until they are slightly frothy.
Add the almond flour, baking powder, xanthan gum, sea salt, herbes de Provence and parmesan cheese to the egg mixture and beat just until combined.
Pour the batter into your greased 9x5 loaf pan.
Bake at 350 degrees for 45-50 minutes or until the top is golden brown and toothpick comes out clean from the center.
Let cool slightly and then transfer to a cutting board or cooling rack to finish cooling.
After the bread has completely cooled you can store it in an air tight container on the counter for up to two days, store in the refrigerator or wrap in tinfoil and then put in a freezer safe container and freeze for up to a month.
