Jam Swirl Sweet Gluten-Free Bread Recipe
This Jam Swirl Sweet Gluten-Free Bread is a delicious and moist loaf perfect for breakfast or a snack. Made with gluten-free flour and naturally sweetened with coconut sugar and your favorite jam swirled throughout, this bread is suitable for vegan, dairy-free, and gluten-free diets. Its soft crumb and fruity jam ribbons make it a delightful treat to enjoy toasted or fresh.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 loaf (about 8 servings) 1x
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Gluten-Free
- Diet: Gluten Free, Dairy-Free, Vegan Optional
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups gluten-free all-purpose flour (with xanthan gum)
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 2 large eggs (or flax eggs for vegan)
- ½ cup coconut oil, melted and cooled (or any mild oil)
- ⅔ cup coconut sugar (or light brown sugar, maple sugar)
- ⅓ cup dairy-free milk (oat milk recommended)
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- Zest of 1 lemon (optional)
Additional
- ½ cup favorite jam (raspberry, strawberry, blueberry, etc.)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly oil a loaf pan. Line the pan with a strip of parchment paper to make removing the bread easier.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together the gluten-free all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, beat the eggs (or flax eggs for a vegan option). Add the melted and cooled coconut oil, coconut sugar, dairy-free milk, vanilla extract, and lemon zest if using. Mix until the batter is smooth and combined.
- Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures: Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients. Gently fold them together using a spatula, being careful not to overmix to maintain a tender texture.
- Assemble the Loaf: Pour half of the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Dot half of the jam evenly over the batter, then use a skewer or knife to swirl the jam gently through the batter.
- Add Remaining Batter and Jam: Pour the remaining batter over the swirled layer. Top with the remaining jam and swirl again gently to create a beautiful marbled effect throughout the bread.
- Bake: Place the loaf pan in the preheated oven and bake for 45 to 55 minutes. Start checking for doneness at 40 minutes by inserting a toothpick into the center; it should come out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
- Cool: Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 5 minutes. Then carefully remove it from the pan and transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Best served toasted with extra jam or dairy-free butter.
- Ideal for making ahead and freezing individual slices for quick breakfasts.
- Melted butter can be used in place of coconut oil for a richer flavor (1:1 substitution, melted and cooled).
- For vegan option, substitute eggs with flax eggs (1 tbsp ground flaxseed + 3 tbsp water per egg).
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