Cinnamon bread holds a special place in many people’s hearts. The smell of it baking in the oven brings back memories of weekend mornings and cozy kitchens.
But when you’re following a keto diet, traditional cinnamon bread becomes off limits because of all the flour and sugar.
That’s why I’m excited to share this keto version that captures all those wonderful flavors without the carbs that would mess up your diet goals.
The texture of this bread is something special. Many keto breads can be crumbly or dry, but this one stays moist and tender thanks to ingredients like sour cream, eggs, and melted butter.
The cinnamon swirl running through the middle and on top creates layers of flavor that make each slice interesting. You get that classic cinnamon bread experience without any of the guilt or worry about your carb count.
👍 Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Perfect Keto Macros: This cinnamon bread fits perfectly into your keto diet plan. Each slice is very low in carbs but high in healthy fats, which is exactly what you need to stay in ketosis.
The almond flour and coconut flour give you good fats instead of empty carbs, and the butter and sour cream add even more fat to keep you satisfied.
Uses Common Keto Ingredients: All the ingredients in this recipe are staples that most keto dieters already have in their kitchen. Almond flour, coconut flour, erythritol, and eggs are ingredients you’ll use in many other keto recipes too.
Amazing Cinnamon Flavor: The cinnamon taste in this bread is incredible and really satisfies your sweet tooth. Unlike some keto desserts that taste artificial or bland, this bread has a rich, warm cinnamon flavor that reminds you of regular cinnamon bread.
✨ Recipe Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups Fine Almond Flour – I recommend this one (amazon)
- 1/2 cup Butter melted
- 1/2 cup Erythritol Sweetener (granular)
- 1/4 cup Coconut Flour
- 3 Eggs
- 1/4 cup Sour Cream
- 1/2 cup Almond Milk
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
- 3 1/2 teaspoons Ground Cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon Baking Powder
👨🍳 How To Make
Follow this easy recipe:
Step 1
Start by preheating the oven to 350°F and lining a loaf pan with parchment paper.
Step 2
Add these to a large mixing bowl: almond flour, 1/3 cup of erythritol (we will use the rest later), baking powder, and coconut powder. Mix really well.
Step 3
Add the almond milk, melted butter, sour cream, eggs, and vanilla and mix until a thick batter forms.
Step 4
Add the remaining sweetener to another bowl and mix with the cinnamon.
Step 5
Pour half of the batter into the loaf pan. Add half of the cinnamon mixture on top. Then, add the other half of the batter and top with the remaining cinnamon mixture. Use a knife or a spoon to swirl the batter a bit.
Step 6
Flatten the top and bake for 1 hour.
Then, let it cool for 30 minutes and enjoy!
💡Tips
1. Don’t Skip the Parchment Paper
Lining your loaf pan with parchment paper is really important for this recipe. Keto breads can stick to pans more than regular breads because of the different flours and the high fat content.
Without parchment paper, you might lose half your bread stuck to the bottom and sides of the pan when you try to remove it.
Cut a piece of parchment paper that’s long enough to hang over the sides of your loaf pan – this creates handles that make it super easy to lift the whole loaf out once it’s done baking.
You can also lightly grease the parchment paper with a little butter or oil, but this isn’t usually necessary.
2. Mix the Cinnamon Swirl Just Right
The cinnamon mixture needs to be well combined but not overmixed. Make sure the remaining erythritol and cinnamon are completely blended together with no streaks of plain sweetener showing.
If there are unmixed spots, you’ll get bitter pockets of cinnamon or overly sweet spots of erythritol in your finished bread. When you’re layering the batter and cinnamon mixture, work quickly but gently.
Pour half the batter into your prepared pan and spread it evenly, then sprinkle half the cinnamon mixture on top.
Add the remaining batter and the rest of the cinnamon mixture. When you swirl with a knife, make gentle figure-eight motions or zigzag patterns.
Don’t overmix or you’ll lose the distinct swirl pattern and end up with cinnamon bread that just looks brown throughout.
3. Check for Doneness Properly
Keto breads can be tricky to test for doneness because they don’t always follow the same rules as regular bread.
The toothpick test still works, but you want to insert it into the bread part, not into a cinnamon swirl section where it might come out looking wet even when the bread is done.
The toothpick should come out with just a few moist crumbs clinging to it – completely clean might mean your bread is actually overbaked. The top should be golden brown and spring back lightly when touched.
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FAQ
Can I substitute the sour cream?
Yes, there are several substitutions you can try. Greek yogurt works well as a 1:1 replacement and gives similar moisture and tang.
Cream cheese (softened) also works but will make the bread slightly denser and richer. You could try mascarpone for an even richer flavor.
Keto Cinnamon Bread
Print RecipeIngredients
- 1 1/2 cups Fine Almond Flour I recommend this one (amazon)
- 1/2 cup Butter melted
- 1/2 cup Erythritol Sweetener granular
- 1/4 cup Coconut Flour
- 3 Eggs
- 1/4 cup Sour Cream
- 1/2 cup Almond Milk
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
- 3 1/2 teaspoons Ground Cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon Baking Powder
Instructions
- Start by preheating the oven to 350°F and lining a loaf pan with parchment paper.
- Add these to a large mixing bowl: almond flour, 1/3 cup of erythritol (we will use the rest later), baking powder, and coconut powder. Mix really well.
- Add the almond milk, melted butter, sour cream, eggs, and vanilla and mix until a thick batter forms.
- Add the remaining sweetener to another bowl and mix with the cinnamon.
- Pour half of the batter into the loaf pan. Add half of the cinnamon mixture on top. Then, add the other half of the batter and top with the remaining cinnamon mixture. Use a knife or a spoon to swirl the batter a bit.
- Flatten the top and bake for 1 hour. Then, let it cool for 30 minutes and enjoy!