Diabetes-Friendly Rustic Bread (Low-GI, High-Fiber)
Ingredients
- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- ½ cup oat flour (or blended oats)
- ½ cup almond flour
- 1 tbsp ground flaxseed
- 1 tsp instant yeast
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup warm water
- Optional: 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
Instructions
- Mix dough
In a bowl, combine all dry ingredients. Add warm water and olive oil. Stir until a sticky dough forms (no kneading needed). - First rise (slow is better)
Cover and let rise 8–12 hours at room temperature (overnight works great). - Shape
Lightly flour your hands, shape into a round loaf. - Second rise
Let it rest 30–45 minutes while your oven heats. - Bake in a pot
- Preheat oven to 220°C (425°F) with a covered pot (like a Dutch oven) inside
- Place dough into hot pot, cover, bake 30 minutes
- Uncover and bake 10–15 more minutes until golden
👍 Why this is better for diabetes
- Whole grains + oat flour → slower glucose release
- Almond flour + flaxseed → adds fiber and healthy fats
- No white flour or sugar → reduces blood sugar spikes
- Long fermentation → may further improve glycemic response
⚖️ Portion Tips
- Stick to 1 slice per meal
- Pair with:
- protein (eggs, chicken, tuna)
- healthy fats (avocado, olive oil)
