High Protein Bunny Bread
Delight your taste buds and boost your protein intake with this whimsical High Protein Bunny Bread—perfect for playful family meals or healthy snacking! Made with nutrient-dense whole wheat flour, soy protein isolate, and ground flaxseed, this recipe is tailored for those seeking a high-protein, fiber-rich option without compromising on flavor or fun. The dough is lovingly kneaded into adorable bunny shapes, complete with optional black sesame seed eyes and pumpkin seed accents for added texture and charm. Sweetened with a touch of honey and enriched with heart-healthy olive oil, these golden-brown bunnies are soft, wholesome, and irresistibly cute. Whether you're serving them as a snack, side dish, or centerpiece for festive celebrations, this quick-to-prep bread recipe is a nutritious treat that’s as fun to make as it is to eat!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 300 grams whole wheat flour
- 100 grams soy protein isolate
- 10 grams instant yeast
- 30 grams ground flaxseed
- 250 milliliters warm water (approximately 110°F/45°C)
- 30 milliliters olive oil
- 20 grams honey
- 5 grams salt
- 20 grams pumpkin seeds (optional)
- 5 grams black sesame seeds (optional, for bunny eyes)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the whole wheat flour, soy protein isolate, instant yeast, ground flaxseed, and salt. Stir until combined.
In a separate bowl, mix together the warm water, olive oil, and honey until the honey is fully dissolved.
Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing with a spatula or dough hook attachment until a sticky dough forms.
Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic. If using a stand mixer, knead with the dough hook on medium speed for 5-6 minutes.
Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a clean towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Punch down the risen dough and divide it into 8 equal portions. Shape each portion into a bunny by forming a round body and a small ball for the tail. Use black sesame seeds to create eyes.
Optionally, press pumpkin seeds onto the back of the bunnies for an added texture and flavor.
Place the shaped bunnies on the prepared baking sheet, cover loosely with a clean towel, and let rise again for about 15-20 minutes.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until they are golden brown and sound hollow when tapped on the bottom.
Allow to cool on a wire rack before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2047 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 60.0 g | 77% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.9 g | 44% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2999 mg | 130% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 251.7 g | 92% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 49.3 g | 176% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.2 g | ||
| Protein | 145.8 g | 292% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 445 mg | 34% | |
| Iron | 32.6 mg | 181% | |
| Potassium | 1860 mg | 40% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
