There are few aromas as delicious and evocative as that of freshly baked bread. This food, basic in the diet of most Spaniards, has wheat flour as its main ingredient. From there, and not long ago, we can find on the shelves of bakeries countless varieties of bread. Some of the most appreciated are the whole wheat bread, oat bread or buckwheat bread, although it is also possible to taste other less known ones, such as almond flour bread.
Compared to traditional wheat flour, «bread made with ground almonds is much more satisfying and, in addition, is very good in fat,» he says. Sandra Moñino, dietitian and integrative nutritionist, graduated from the University of Alicante. “It also provides us with protein and, by adding the egg, more fat,” adds the expert, specialized in inflammation, clinical nutrition and weight loss.
Thanks to its protein content, its satiating power It is higher than other breads, which is of great help to avoid snacking and control weight. “It tastes like heaven and fills you up, it’s not like you take white bread, «That your body continues to ask for more,» says the nutritionist.
delicious and very nutritious
First of all, if we compare this flour with traditional wheat flour, almond flour is somewhat sweeter. On the other hand, and from a nutritional point of view, without a doubt, its properties are exceptional. Thus, this food is rich in vitamin E and magnesium. Which means that it helps stop premature aging, thanks to vitamin E (antioxidant), and that it helps control blood sugar and reduce blood pressure, thanks to magnesium.
Furthermore, it is rich in dietary fiberwhich favors intestinal transit and therefore combats and relieves digestive disorders such as constipation.
Likewise, unlike wheat flour, almond flour does not contain gluten. Which means that when baking it to make bread (or any other preparation), its texture is much denser and flatter, and it does not rise as much as other foods that contain gluten do.
almond flour bread
One of the most common foods in the diet where the presence of flour is essential is bread. This food is usually made with wheat flour, but it is increasingly common to find breads made with all types of flours. Among them, the almond one. The result is a more satisfying bread than traditional bread, low in carbohydrates and a little sweeter.
These are the ingredients and how to prepare the bread made with almond flour:
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Ingredients:
- almond flour
- Yeast
- Eggs
- Extra virgin olive oil
- Salt
- Water
Step by step:
- First of all, heat the oven until it reaches 200 ºC
- As it reaches that temperature, mix all the ingredients in a bowl with the help of a whisk or mixer.
- Add a pinch of salt.
- When the dough has acquired a homogeneous texture, let it rest.
- Prepare the container where you are going to put it, greasing it with a little oil.
- Dump the dough inside the container. Put it in the preheated oven and cook it with heat up and down.
- When you see that the bread is already toasted on top, it is already done.
Heart-healthy and satiating
Although this flour, made with almonds, has important health benefits, There are two that stand out especially and that refer to heart and bone health.
- Reduce the risk of developing cardiovascular diseases. Numerous studies suggest that those people who eat almonds frequently, that is, about 5 times a week, have a much lower risk of suffering from heart problems (50% less).
- They strengthen bones and teeth. Due to their high content of phosphorus and magnesium, almonds help us have strong teeth and bones. They also take care of our muscles, combat anxiety, irritability and promote a good rest, avoiding insomnia. Furthermore, due to their calcium content, almonds prevent osteoporosis, so they should be part of the diet of women over 50 years of age.
Now, given the nutritional benefits of almonds, it is important not to forget that almonds are a fairly high-calorie food. It is estimated that 20 almonds provide about 100 kcal. This means that it would be advisable to control the amount of almonds we eat, seeking a balance between taking advantage of their nutritional properties and not overdoing it so as not to ingest too many calories.
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