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Low-Carb Sandwich Thins (Gluten-free)

Published: Oct 14, 2022 ~ by Tracey Hatch-Rizzi
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Low-Carb Sandwich Thins are a perfect gluten-free option for any sandwich.  These are a delicious keto-friendly, low-FODMAP bread option and are so simple to make!  They hold up well for burgers, sandwiches and can even be toasted.

Sliced round sandwich thins stacked in a small wicker basket.
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Why you’ll love this recipe
Ingredients
Instructions
Variations
How to store
Can you freeze sandwich thins?
Serving suggestions
FAQ
Other recipes you might like

This low-carb sandwich bread is so flavorful and will satisfy those cravings for something soft and ‘bready’.  These are a great bread alternative especially if you need something to stand in for lettuce wraps, which are tasty and convenient, but sometimes you just want some bread, you know?

I make these because they’re perfect for breakfast sandwiches, BLTs, burgers and anything else you would toss between two slices of bread.  Try making the best pulled-pork sandwiches with my Crock Pot Pulled Pork and top it off with Cilantro Lime Coleslaw.  It’s great for do-ahead meal prep for easy weeknight lunches or dinners.  And, easy is good!

Why you’ll love this recipe

  • These keto sandwich thins make a perfect sandwich without the carb crash you get from conventional bread.
  • Gluten-free flour mixes tend to be very high in carbs.  This recipe makes a great keto bread – no need to worry about your macros!  One serving comes in at only 2g net carbs.
  • This is a variation of fathead dough. You get a great texture in these sandwich thins that will hold up to any sandwich or burger you can build.
  • Cauliflower sandwich thins are a popular keto bread, but are not FODMAP-friendly.  These gluten-free sandwich thins make a great low-FODMAP bread you’ll want to keep around for breakfasts, lunches or dinners.
Ingredients for sandwich thins in small bowls and labeled.

Ingredients

A handful of simple ingredients are all you need for this recipe, to satisfy all of your bread cravings:

  • Almond flour – a great low-carb and low-FODMAP flour for gluten-free bread
  • Mozzarella cheese – adds texture and chew and is low in lactose, making it a low-FODMAP cheese
  • Cream cheese – Lends flavor and combines well with the mozzarella for texture.  It’s also very low in lactose and is FODMAP-friendly.
  • Eggs – they’re a perfect binder
  • Golden flaxseed meal – gives a nice texture and color
  • Baking soda – gives some lift to the bread
  • Xanthan gum – this is optional, but I find that it gives the bread a little more elasticity and soft texture

Instructions

These savory, flat sandwich thins come together in a snap.

  • Preheat the oven to 400F
  • Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. You may find you need two baking sheets for 8 of these.
White bowl with shredded mozzarella and cream cheese chunks.
Combine the cheeses
White bowl with cheese ingredients melted and blended together.
Mix until smooth and creamy
  • Combine the mozzarella and cream cheese in a large microwave-safe bowl and melt in the microwave. When melted, stir thoroughly to combine.
White bowl with melted mixed cheeses with two raw eggs on top.
Add the eggs
Melted cheeses and eggs mixed together in a white bowl.
Mix until thoroughly combined
  • Add the eggs and mix until thoroughly incorporated with the cheeses
  • In a separate bowl, combine the almond flour, golden flax meal and baking soda
  • Add the dry ingredients to the cheese and egg mixture and mix well

TIP: If the dough seems a little sticky, let the dough rest for about 5 minutes. The almond flour tends to absorb moisture over time. Also, try adding more almond flour, 1 tablespoon at a time.

TIP: Use a full-fat, low moisture mozzarella. If the dough is still a little wet or sticky, it is most likely due to moisture in the mozzarella. See the tip above.

Ball of dough with a rolling pin and a pastry cutter on parchment paper.
Form the dough into a ball
Eight small balls of dough on parchment paper with a rolling pin and a dough cutter.
Separate into eight smaller balls
Rolled out dough for sandwich thins on a baking sheet sprinkled with toppings.
Roll into four inch circles
  • Form the dough into a large ball and separate into 8 smaller balls
  • Place the balls one at a time between two sheets of parchment and roll out until they are about ¼ inch thick or about 4 inches in diameter and place on the parchment lined baking sheet
  • Top with desired toppings, if using, and bake for 15 minutes or until the tops are slightly golden
  • Let cool on a baking rack before slicing

TIP: Remove the sandwich thins from the baking sheets to cool. The heat from the baking sheet will continue to brown the bottoms, potentially over-cooking them.

Baked sandwich thins on a blue napkin with one sliced into two halves.

Variations

  • Add your favorite spices to the dough.  Mix in a small amount of onion or garlic powder (omit for low-FODMAP), fennel or even curry (which is really good!).
  • Make a seed bread by adding some sunflower, chia, hemp or poppy seeds to the dough
  • Oat fiber is a nice addition to make an oat bread.  It may make the dough a little stiffer, but the flavor and chew is still very good.  Use this in place of the flax meal.
  • Instead of making sandwich rounds, try forming the dough into squares
  • Add toppings: sesame seeds, EBTB (Everything But the Bagel), sunflower seeds, a dusting of oat fiber or golden flaxseed meal
  • Poke holes on the top.  Even though this is usually done for a yeast bread recipe, it can add a little style to your sandwich thins.
  • Add some nutritional yeast!! Make your own nooch flavored, ‘noochy licious’ bread!  Simply add ½ teaspoon to the dry ingredients.  This adds a rich ‘bready’ flavor and is one of my favorite things to add to this recipe.

How to Store

Your sandwich thins can be stored in the refrigerator in a sealable plastic bag or storage container for up to 7 days.

Can you freeze sandwich thins?

Yes!  I recommend freezing them separated on a baking sheet with parchment.  After they’re frozen, place them in a freezer storage bag and freeze for up to 3 months.

Avocado, pesto and colorful tomatoes on sandwich thin toast.

Serving suggestions

  • Avocado toast with Low-FODMAP Guacamole, tomatoes, capers and Basil Truffle Pesto makes the best breakfast or lunch. Top with freshly cracked black pepper and Himalayan pink salt.
  • Make the ultimate pulled pork sandwich with my Crock Pot Pulled Pork and Cilantro Lime Coleslaw
  • Start your morning with a breakfast sandwich with eggs, sausage, bacon or ham, cheese and fresh greens
  • Make open-faced pizzas!  Sandwich thins pizza are so fast and easy.
  • Toasted ham and cheese is a thing of beauty
  • Burgers!
  • Add your favorite chicken, cold cuts with all the fixin’s
  • Have an open-faced sandwich with salmon lox, dill, cream cheese and capers (can you tell I’m a fan of open-faced sandwiches?)

FAQ

Is almond flour low-FODMAP?

Yes, almond flour is considered to be FODMAP-friendly in limited portions.  ¼ cup of almond flour per serving is considered to be low-FODMAP.

Is mozzarella healthy?

Yes!  Mozzarella is a soft cheese that tends to have a lower fat and sodium content compared to other cheeses.  It is a good source of calcium, potassium, phosphorus, zinc, biotin, niacin, riboflavin and vitamins A, D and E.  It can be purchased in full-fat and low-fat varieties to suit different caloric needs.

What is nutritional yeast?

Nutritional yeast is a dry, keto and FODMAP-friendly, inactive form of yeast, also referred to as ‘nooch’.  It is yellow in color and can be found in flakes or powder.  With a yeasty, nutty, cheesy flavor, it complements many vegan sauces and cheese, but can also be used for flavor in yeast-free breads.  It is high in vitamins, minerals and antioxidants.  Try sprinkling nutritional yeast on vegetables, eggs or avocado for an added nutrient boost.  And, cats love the taste!  If you have a picky eater, try a small sprinkle on cat food as a treat!

Is cream cheese low-FODMAP?

Yes, in relatively small amounts.  Monash University has added cream cheese as a FODMAP-friendly cheese in servings up to 2 tablespoons.

Is mozzarella low-FODMAP?

Yes, mozzarella cheese is low-FODMAP due to its low lactose content.  Servings up to about ½ cup (60 grams) are considered to be FODMAP-friendly portions.

Other recipes you might like

  • Crock Pot Pulled Pork (Keto and Low-Fodmap)
  • Keto Pizza Crust (with Fathead dough)
  • Cheddar Almond Flour Drop Biscuits
  • 90 Second Parmesan Oregano Bread
  • Savory Blueberry Pizza with Prosciutto and Gorgonzola

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Cooling rack with baked sandwich thins having various seeds and toppings sprinkled on them.

Low-Carb Sandwich Thins (Gluten-free)

Author: Tracey Hatch-Rizzi
Low-Carb Sandwich Thins are a perfect gluten-free option for any sandwich.  These are a delicious keto-friendly, low-FODMAP bread option and are so simple to make!  They hold up well for burgers, sandwiches and can even be toasted.
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Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Category: Baked goods
Cuisine: American
Method: Oven
Yield: 8 servings
Diet:Gluten Free
Special Diet:Keto, Low-Carb, Low-FODMAP

Ingredients
 
 

  • 2 cups shredded whole milk mozzarella
  • 2 ounces cream cheese
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1.5 cups almond flour
  • ¼ cup golden flax meal
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon xanthan gum (optional)

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 400 °F. 
  • Line one or two baking sheets with parchment. For 8 sandwich thins, you may need two baking sheets, depending on the size of sheets you have.
  • In a large bowl, combine the mozzarella and cream cheese and melt in the microwave.  Check at 20 seconds, if not melted completely, mix a little and microwave for another 20 seconds.
  • Mix the cheeses together until smooth and creamy.
  • Add the eggs to the cheese mixture and mix well until thoroughly combined.  Make sure the cheese mix has cooled just a little otherwise the egg will cook.  This part takes a little 'elbow grease'.  I find using a fork works best for me. 
  • In a separate bowl, combine the almond flour, golden flax meal, baking soda and xanthan gum, if using.
  • Add the dry ingredients to the cheese mixture.  The dough will be a bit sticky and thick.
  • Form the dough into a large ball and separate into 8 smaller balls. A bench scraper works great for cutting the dough.
  • Place balls, one at a time, between two pieces of parchment paper and roll with a rolling pin to about 4 inches in diameter. They will be about ¼ inch thick.
  • Place rolled dough on a parchment lined baking sheet.
  • Bake for 15 minutes or until the tops are slightly golden.

Notes

Variations

  • Add your favorite spices to the dough.  Mix in a small amount of onion or garlic powder (omit for low-FODMAP), fennel or even curry (which is really good!).
  • Make a seed bread by adding some sunflower, chia, hemp or poppy seeds to the dough
  • Oat fiber is a nice addition to make an oat bread.  It may make the dough a little stiffer, but the flavor and chew is still very good.  Use this in place of the flax meal.
  • Instead of making sandwich rounds, try forming the dough into squares
  • Add toppings: sesame seeds, EBTB (Everything But the Bagel), sunflower seeds, a dusting of oat fiber or golden flaxseed meal
  • Poke holes on the top.  Even though this is usually done for a yeast bread recipe, it can add a little style to your sandwich thins.
  • Add some nutritional yeast!! Make your own nooch flavored, ‘noochy licious’ bread!  Simply add ½ teaspoon to the dry ingredients.  This adds a rich ‘bready’ flavor and is one of my favorite things to add to this recipe.

TIP: If the dough seems a little sticky, let the dough rest for about 5 minutes. The almond flour tends to absorb moisture over time. Also, try adding more almond flour, 1 tablespoon at a time.
TIP: Use a full-fat, low moisture mozzarella. If the dough is still a little wet or sticky, it is most likely due to moisture in the mozzarella. See the tip above.
TIP: Remove the sandwich thins from the baking sheets to cool. The heat from the baking sheet will continue to brown the bottoms, potentially over-cooking them.
Note on FODMAPS:  The serving sizes of mozzarella, cream cheese and almond flour in this recipe are still considered to be low-FODMAP for 1 sandwich thin, but as with all things, sensitivities may vary.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 pieceCalories: 277 kcalCarbohydrates: 5 gProtein: 14 gFat: 22 gSodium: 473 mgFiber: 3 gSugar: 1 gNet Carbs*: 2 g

*Net carbs = carbohydrates – fiber

Nutritional information is an estimate, calculated using online tools and does not include optional ingredients unless otherwise indicated.

Keywords: keto flatbread, low fodmap bread, sandwich thins
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Filed Under: Baked Goods, Keto, Low FODMAP, Recipes

About Tracey Hatch-Rizzi

Tracey Hatch-Rizzi, LAc, MAcOM is a licensed acupuncturist and herbalist with a strong background in science and nutrition. She has followed a ketogenic diet since 2018 and has over 10 years' experience with special diets, including the low-FODMAP diet. Tracey is dedicated to providing delicious, healthy recipes, and educational resources to help others find optimal health through informed diet and lifestyle choices.

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