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What is the best way to bake gluten free naan bread with almond flour
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Mar 2, 2025
Discover how to make soft and fluffy gluten-free naan bread using almond flour! This easy recipe delivers a delicious, grain-free alternative to traditional naan, perfect for pairing with curries, dips, and more. Try this healthier twist on a classic favorite!
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what is the best way to bake gluten-free
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non bread with almond flour the
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challenge of glutenfree nonan
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traditional non bread is soft chewy and
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slightly charred thanks to the gluten in
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wheat flour creating a gluten-free
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version that maintains a similar texture
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and flavor requires the right blend of
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ingredients almond flour is a great base
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because it provides a Nutty richness
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while keeping the nonl and tender
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however because it lacks gluten it needs
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binding agents and the right combination
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of flowers to achieve the right
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consistency key ingredients for
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gluten-free naan almond flour alone
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doesn't provide enough structure so it's
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often combined with tapioca flour or
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celium husk for
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elasticity tapioca flour gives the naan
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a bit of chew mimicking the stretchiness
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of gluten a small amount of coconut
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flour can also be added to absorb
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moisture and create a soft pliable dough
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to bind everything together ingredients
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like yogurt eggs or flax seed meal are
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used baking powder provides a slight
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rise making the non
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fluffier mixing and kneading the dough
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to make the dough the dry ingredients
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almond flour tapioca flour coconut flour
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baking powder and salt are whisked
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together in a separate Bowl the wet
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ingredients Greek yogurt or a dairyfree
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alternative eggs and a bit of olive oil
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are combined the wet mixture is then
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slowly incorporated into the dry
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ingredients until a smooth pliable dough
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forms if the dough is too sticky a bit
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more almond flour can be added if it's
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too dry a splash of warm water or extra
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yogurt helps hydrate
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it shaping the
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naan Once the dough is ready it's
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divided into small balls and rolled out
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into oval or round shapes because
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glutenfree dough is more delicate than
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traditional dough it should be rolled
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out gently on part paper or between two
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sheetss of plastic wrapped to prevent
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tearing the na should be about 1/4 in
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thick to ensure a balance between
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softness and crispness when cooked
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cooking the naan to Perfection
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glutenfree naan can be pan cooked or
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baked to pan cook a hot cast iron
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skillet or non-stick pan is used a small
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amount of butter ghee or olive oil is
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brushed onto the pan and each naan is
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cooked for 2 to three minutes per side
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until golden brown with light charm
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marks
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for a softer texture covering the pan
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for the last minute helps traps steam
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keeping the non moist and pliable
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alternatively the naan can be baked at
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375° f 190° c for about 10 to 12 minutes
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until slightly golden a final broil for
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1 to 2 minutes can add slight Browning
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mimicking the effect of a traditional
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tandur oven enhancing flavor with garlic
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and herbs to elevate the flavor garlic
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butter ch chopped cilantro or sesame
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seeds can be brushed onto the naun after
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cooking a Sprinkle of flaky sea salt or
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Zada adds a gourmet touch for a richer
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taste vegan butter or melted ghee can be
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brushed over warm naan before
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serving serving
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suggestions this gluten-free almond
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flour na paars beautifully with curries
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stews hummus and deps it can also be
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used as a base for flat breads a wrap
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for sandwiches or even as a pizza crust
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because it's soft and flexible it's
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perfect for scooping up sauces while
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still being sturdy enough for various
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toppings storage and
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reheating homemade gluten-free naan is
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best enjoyed fresh but it can be stored
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in an airtight container in the
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refrigerator for 3 to 4 days to reheat a
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warm pan or oven at 300° f 150° c for a
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few minutes helps restore its softness
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it can also be frozen for up to a month
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with layers of parchment paper between
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each piece to prevent sticking a
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nutritious and delicious alternative by
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using almond flour and natural binding
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agents this gluten-free naan is not only
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delicious but also nutrient dense almond
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flour provides healthy fats fiber and
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protein making it a low carb and
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paleo-friendly option with the right
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ingredients and techniques you can enjoy
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nonone that's just as soft flavorful and
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satis Ying as the traditional version
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without the gluten
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