Chia coconut bread
Chia coconut bread is a warm, spiced low-carb loaf built on chia seeds, desiccated coconut and coconut oil, bound with eggs. The Thermomix TM7 grinds the whole spices fresh and blends the batter evenly, giving a moist crumb fragrant with cinnamon, ginger, cardamom and cloves. Ideal as a nourishing breakfast slice or snack, ready with minimal effort.
About this recipe
Chia coconut bread Thermomix TM7 recipes are a favourite among low-carb bakers, and this version shows exactly why. Instead of flour, this loaf relies on chia seeds and desiccated coconut, bound together with eggs and melted coconut oil, for a moist, sliceable bread that works beautifully as a quick breakfast or a filling snack. The warming spice blend of cinnamon, ginger, cloves and cardamom makes it feel festive without any added sugar. What makes this gluten-free bread TM7 recipe so convenient is the all-in-one kitchen machine itself: the TM7 grinds whole spices fresh in seconds, far more aromatic than pre-ground jars, and blends the batter into a uniform consistency so every slice bakes evenly. The chia seeds swell with water into a natural gel, replacing binding agents that gluten-free recipes usually need. Serve it warm with a spread of coconut oil, or toast slices the next day for a crisp edge and a soft, fragrant centre that tastes of gently spiced coconut.
Preparation tips
- Stir the chia seeds into the water first and let them rest until a thick gel forms before adding them to the mixing bowl, as this gel replaces the binding effect that flour normally gives the loaf.
- Melt the coconut oil gently before blending it with the eggs, and make sure the eggs are at room temperature so the batter stays smoothly emulsified rather than seizing into flecks.
- Store the cooled bread wrapped in the fridge for up to four days and toast slices before serving; a pinch of extra cinnamon on top makes it more appealing for children.
Recipe variations
- For a nut-free lunchbox version, replace the desiccated coconut with an equal weight of sunflower seed flour and keep the chia gel and spice blend identical for the same moist crumb.
- For a festive winter variant, add a grating of fresh orange zest and a pinch of extra cardamom to the batter, then serve warm slices with a light dusting of cinnamon.
Thermomix TM7 Benefits
- Fresh cardamom pods are ground by the Thermomix in seconds into a fragrant powder, far more aromatic than shop-bought jars. [Multi-Function]
- You weigh the chia seeds directly in the TM7 mixing bowl, so the proportions of this grain-free batter stay accurate without extra scales. [Built-in Scale]
- The Thermomix melts the coconut oil evenly at controlled heat, preventing the eggs from scrambling in the warm batter. [Precision Control]
- Using the TM7, the eggs and spices are whisked into a light, uniform foam that gives the loaf its tender structure. [Multi-Function]
- The Thermomix blends the desiccated coconut mixture into a thick, even batter so every slice bakes with the same moist crumb. [Multi-Function]
Ingredients
- water
- chia seeds
- coconut oil
- desiccated coconut
- bicarbonate of soda
- ground cinnamon
- ground ginger
- ground cloves
- ground cardamom
- eggs