Are you looking to buy some low carb bread? Read this guide before you shop – it includes carb counts, prices, and where to buy!
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A while ago I asked my newsletter subscribers about their biggest struggles with following a low carb diet. I've been a low carber for over ten years so I know many of them! One of the most frequently given answers was the finding good low carb bread.
Now, I'm not much of a baker, although if you scroll down you'll find some recipes for easy quick-fix solutions if you're craving bread – including cloud bread and quick bread that you can make in the microwave! But when it comes to a proper loaf of bread – I turn to the professionals. And for this guide, I just HAD to sample a lot of bread on your behalf. You're welcome.
Oh – and once you've found the perfect bread for you, use it to make a delicious grilled cheese with fried egg, or one of these 14 low carb avocado toast ideas!
So here's the bread:
Great Low Carb Bread Co – Buy from the company direct or from Netrition
I am a huge fan of all the products that I've tried from this company! Their plain bread is 1g net carb per slice, but they also have some nice flavor variations too.
And although I'm mainly focusing on sliced products in this bread guide, I also want to give a shout-out to these buttery breadsticks! They're great with good quality olive oil!
Thin Slim Foods (Love the Taste) – available from Netrition and Amazon (it's even on Amazon Prime, but at a higher price than Netrition)
This is another great brand that I've enjoyed for many years. I even used their cinnamon bread to make a Bread Pudding! There is a range of flavors, including Honey, Rye, Plain, and Everything, and they all are ZERO carb!
The taste is very neutral, and although the bread can be a little bit on the dry side, nothing that some melted butter won't fix!
Carbolicious – available from Netrition
The main ingredient for this low carb bread is flaxseed meal. It's soft and has a really nice taste – but beware! Unlike the other products, there are no storage instructions on the bag (the others need to be kept in the fridge or freezer). I assumed that it didn't need it, and it went moldy. 🙁
LC Foods Fresh Baked White Bread (Small Loaf) – available direct from LC Foods or from Netrition
This small loaf contains only four slices, but they're pretty big and thick! The bread is a little denser and drier than some of the others that I tried, but still a really good low carb option.
Chompies Carbs Not! High Protein Bread – available from Netrition
This brand doesn't offer a plain option of bread, so I chose Sesame, at 1g net carb per slice. They also offer Multigrain and Cinnamon Raisin, but I should mention that the latter is 2g net carbs per slice. The sesame variety is SUPER soft – I love the texture. The taste is good too!
None of the breads mentioned above are gluten free, and all are purchased online. Maybe one day there will be decent low carbohydrate bread available in stores, just like with low carb tortillas!
Here's a handy table showing the products that I tested. I haven't added tasting or texture notes because ultimately that is down to individual taste, but I have to say I was impressed with ALL of these options!
Update! Here are two more products that I've now tried!
The first is Omega Power Bread from Healthy Joy Bakes! It's a flaxseed and rye based bread, and is 1g net carb per slice. It's high in fiber, protein, omega 3s – plus it's sugar free, nut free, soy free, and low in sodium! Here's their store locator, or you can order online from their site.
And the second is Keto Friendly Bread from Natural Ovens. I have found it in my local Woodman's, Sunset Foods, and Mariano's (Kroger) – it's zero carb and VERY good! It also doesn't need to be stored in the freezer, which makes it more versatile. Here's their store locator.
Here are some other low carb bread products that I haven't tried (yet!):
- Pepperidge Farm Light Style – 8g net carbs per slice!
- Sola Low Carb Sandwich Bread – available from Amazon for $23.99 for two loaves
- Sensato High Protein Brown Bread – available from Netrition – 6g net carbs per serving of three slices
- Dimpflmeier Bakery Carb Smart Bread – available from Low Carb Canada – 1g net carb per slice
- PaleoThin from Julian Bakery – 1-3g net carbs per slice, $29.99 for three loaves
- Bakers Deluxe Dream Bread from Low Carb Grocery (Canada) – 1g net carb per slice
Want to make your own low carb bread? Try these easy recipes!
Cloud Bread (with video tutorial!)
And if you prefer BAGELS, check out my guide to buying and making keto bagels!
And while you're at it, why don't you make some amazing homemade butter?!? Perfect for spreading over toast!
Roxana Lopez says
Sadly, every one of these breads contains gluten, and some have wheat bran (non Keto). For us Celiacs, there is no really good bread on the market. We have to continue baking. I’ve tried a lot of gluten free low carb bread recipes, and thi is the only one I’ve found that comes anywhere near traditional bread. It’s moist and pliable, too. https://tastykitchen.com/recipes/special-dietary-needs/aunt-rockye28099s-magic-dough-loaf-lchfgf/
Misbah says
Hovis have also started a low carb loaf, half the size of a normal loaf.
Georgina says
I just looked it up! Looks like it’s just under 10g carbs per slice – so lowER but maybe too high for some people. Thanks for letting me know – here’s the link in case anyone else is interested: https://www.hovis.co.uk/our-products/lifestyle-choices
Mary says
We live in Kansas we buy light wheat bread carb watch at Braum’s
Georgina says
Sounds great! What’s the carb count per slice?
Suzanne says
Check out FoxHillKitchens.com. I think it’s better than any grain free bread in the supermarkets and to me it tastes authentic. With Mother’s Day coming up, she will be sure to have a coupon and with six packages you get free shipping.
Georgina says
I’ll definitely check them out – thanks! Georgina
Terri says
Primal Alternative Grainfree breads and pizzas are not also in the USA. Low carb and delicious. http://www.primalalternative.com/products