Soft, Fluffy Brown Rice Bread (Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free) Recipe
This Soft, Fluffy Brown Rice Bread is a gluten-free and dairy-free loaf perfect for those with dietary restrictions or anyone seeking a healthy alternative to traditional bread. Made with brown rice flour, psyllium husk powder, and xanthan gum, it offers a light and airy texture with a slightly nutty flavor. Easy to prepare and bake, this bread is ideal for sandwiches, toast, or simply enjoying with your favorite spreads.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 40 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Gluten-Free
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups brown rice flour
- 1/4 cup psyllium husk powder
- 1 tablespoon instant yeast
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 3/4 teaspoons xanthan gum
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 3/4 cups warm water (approximately 105°F – 115°F)
- 1/4 cup sunflower oil
- 2 eggs, room temperature
Instructions
- Grease the Pan: Lightly grease an 8″x4″ metal loaf pan to prevent the bread from sticking during baking.
- Whisk Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the brown rice flour, psyllium husk powder, instant yeast, sugar, baking powder, xanthan gum, and salt until well combined.
- Add Liquid Ingredients: Pour the warm water, sunflower oil, and room temperature eggs into the dry ingredients. Mix thoroughly to create a wet and shaggy dough; the dough will be loose and sticky, which is expected.
- Transfer to Pan: Spoon the dough into the greased loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula to create an even surface.
- Let Dough Rise: Cover the loaf pan with a kitchen towel and place it in a warm, draft-free environment to rise for 30 to 40 minutes, or until the dough has nearly doubled in size. A great tip is to set the loaf pan inside an off microwave to maintain warmth.
- Preheat Oven: During the last 10 minutes of rising, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and position the oven rack in the middle.
- Bake the Bread: Bake the dough for 40 to 50 minutes, until the top is a dark golden-brown and the loaf sounds hollow when tapped, indicating it is fully baked.
- Cool Completely: Allow the bread to cool for 10 minutes in the pan before removing it and transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. Slice with a serrated bread knife once fully cooled for best results.
Notes
- Ensure water temperature is between 105°F and 115°F to activate the yeast without killing it.
- The dough is expected to be shaggy and wet; do not overmix to avoid dense bread.
- Creating a warm, draft-free rising environment helps the dough to rise properly.
- Allow the bread to cool completely before slicing to prevent crumbling.
- Store bread in an airtight container or wrapped tightly to maintain freshness.
