Homemade chia seed bread is delicious, aromatic and easy to make. Chia seeds add a nice texture and make the recipe more versatile than traditional homemade bread. It is suitable for breakfast, sandwiches or as an addition to soups and main dishes.

Ingredients

500 g flour
1 packet of dry yeast – 7 g
1 tsp salt
1 tsp sugar
3 tbsp chia seeds
300 ml warm water
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp sesame seeds for sprinkling – optional

Method of preparation

In a bowl, mix the warm water, sugar and dry yeast. Leave for about 5–10 minutes.
In a large bowl, put the flour, salt and chia seeds.
Add the yeast and olive oil and knead a soft dough.
Cover the dough with a clean cloth and leave it in a warm place for about 1 hour until it increases in volume.
Knead the dough lightly and shape it into a loaf.
Place it on a baking sheet lined with baking paper and let it rise for another 20–30 minutes.
Sprinkle with sesame seeds and a little more chia seeds if desired.
Bake in a preheated oven at 190°C for about 30–35 minutes, until the bread is golden brown.
Leave the finished bread to cool on a wire rack before slicing.

Tip

For a richer taste, you can replace some of the white flour with wholemeal. Chia seeds can be added to both the dough and the crust.

Why make chia bread?

Chia seeds are an easy way to add variety to your daily menu. They can be used in a variety of chia seed recipes – from snacks and desserts to homemade bread and savory baked goods.