Ingredients
With only three ingredients, quality matters. Here is what each one does.
- 1 large ripe avocado, mashed
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup (100 g) shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a small loaf pan or baking dish with parchment paper, leaving a little overhang on the sides to act as handles. This makes it easy to lift the cooled bread out of the pan without breaking it.
In a medium bowl, mash the ripe avocado with a fork or potato masher until smooth. Remove any large lumps. A silky base blends better with the eggs and produces a more even texture throughout the finished loaf.
Crack the eggs into the bowl with the mashed avocado and whisk until well combined. The mixture should look uniform and pale green, with no streaks of egg white. Whisking thoroughly helps incorporate a little air, which contributes to a softer crumb.
Add the shredded mozzarella and stir until evenly distributed throughout the mixture. If you want to add seasoning, herbs, or other mix-ins, this is the moment. Stir gently until everything is evenly combined.
Pour or spoon the mixture into the prepared pan and spread it evenly, smoothing the top with a spatula. An even surface helps the loaf bake uniformly. The batter will be thick and spoonable rather than pourable.
Bake for 25 to 35 minutes, or until the center is set and the top is lightly golden. Cooking time varies with the thickness of the loaf, the size of your pan, and your oven. A thinner loaf in a wide baking dish will cook faster, while a thicker loaf in a narrow pan may take the full time or a little longer.
To test for doneness, gently press the center. It should feel firm and spring back, and a toothpick inserted into the middle should come out clean or with just a few moist crumbs.
Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 to 15 minutes before lifting it out. Allow it to cool further on a wire rack before slicing, as this gives the best texture. Cutting too soon can make the loaf seem soft and crumbly because it is still setting.
Enjoy warm with cream cheese, sliced tomatoes, or your favorite sandwich fillings. You can also toast the slices for extra crispness.