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High-Protein Pea Bread


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  • Author: Ellie

Ingredients

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Here’s the full ingredient list for one small loaf:

  • 2 cups cooked green peas, drained and cooled
  • 3 large eggs
  • ½ cup rolled oats
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

For equipment, you’ll need a food processor or blender, a small loaf pan, parchment paper (or a little oil for greasing), a spatula, and a wire cooling rack.


Instructions

Step 1: Preheat and Prepare the Pan

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a small loaf pan with parchment paper, leaving a little overhang on the long sides so you can lift the loaf out easily. If you prefer, lightly grease the pan instead.

Step 2: Blend the Peas and Eggs

Add the cooked, cooled green peas and the eggs to a food processor or blender. Blend until the mixture is mostly smooth. Pause to scrape down the sides as needed so everything blends evenly.

Step 3: Add the Remaining Ingredients

Add the rolled oats, baking powder, salt, and olive oil. Blend until the ingredients are well combined. You can leave a little texture if you like, since tiny flecks of oats and peas give the finished bread a rustic look and feel.

Step 4: Fill the Pan

Pour the batter into your prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula. Gently tap the pan on the counter to release any large air bubbles.

Step 5: Bake

Bake for 40 to 50 minutes. The loaf is ready when it feels firm, looks lightly golden, and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Ovens vary, so start checking around the 40-minute mark. If the top browns too quickly, loosely cover it with foil for the last 10 minutes.

Step 6: Cool Before Slicing

Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then lift it out and transfer it to a wire rack. Allow it to cool completely before slicing. This step matters. The loaf continues to set as it cools, and a fully cooled loaf slices cleanly and has the best texture.