Making a homemade buckwheat bread can be SO easy and simple! This recipe calls for 6 simple ingredients and you won’t need any yeast, kneading the dough nor rising time to prepare it. It makes for a healthy, gluten-free and super filling bread that’s perfect for morning toasts or snacking.

You might have heard of my love for buckwheat before. I have talked about it in my buckwheat wraps or buckwheat pancake posts: the intense hearty, roasted and nutty flavor from the grain-like seeds is just so satisfying. I grew up eating buckwheat regularly and I still get excited to include it in my meals, so I feel more than enthusiastic to share this new buckwheat recipe with you guys.
And this extra easy vegan buckwheat bread is definitively a new favorite. It makes for more of a dense bread that “sticks to your ribs”, so if you hate to get hungry at 10 am, then this bread is a must-try. You can prepare it ahead of a busy week to have nourishing breakfasts later without much effort.

And if you are like me, you might feel terrified to make your own bread. The use of yeast and having to rise the dough before cooking can be just too much hassle if you are super busy. This bread is so darn easy though! You will combine the simple ingredients in a bowl, then cook in a loaf pan. No rising, no kneading, it’s so straight forward that everyone can make it, really.
This simple homemade bread recipe can also fit most diets: it is dairy-free, oil-free, egg-free, gluten-free and completely plant-based. It is an all-purpose bread that tastes delicious with either sweets vs savory toppings and can be used as a side for a light soup to make sure you won't go starving too soon after.

What is buckwheat?
Contrary to its name, buckwheat is completely unrelated to wheat. It is a gluten-free pseudocereal that comes from a domesticated flower grown in the USA (Fagopyrum esculentum) and Asia (Fagopyrum tataricum). It has a unique pyramidal shape with a light beige-brown color.
Buckwheat is actually a grain-like seed of a flowering plant that's related to rhubarb and sorrel. It is called a pseudo grain for its similar characteristics and kitchen usages to most grains, but biologically it's totally separate (most grains come from a type of grass, not a flower like in the case of buckwheat). Other example for pseudo grains are quinoa and amaranth. It is also called ancient grain and has been cultivated for over thousands of years!

Ingredients for this simple buckwheat chia bread
- Buckwheat flour: I used the buckwheat flour from A Arrowhead Mills.
- Chia seeds: You will need plenty of chia seeds to make it. This ingredients not only adds lots of nutrients to the bread, but also acts as a binder to help have the bread hold well together. Whole chia seeds are used for this recipe.
- Baking powder: Since the bread does not contain any yeast, then the baking powder helps the dough rise slightly while cooking.
- Almond butter: The almond butter helps create a great texture in this oil-free bread recipe.
- Sunflower seeds: They adds more nutrients, but also a great crunchy texture to the dense bread.
- Salt + Water.

How to make this chia buckwheat bread
- Prepare the chia gel by combining the chia seeds with water (1 ½ cup). Stir well and let the mixture rest for about 10 minutes.
- Then, add the almond butter to the chia gel. You will have to whisk for about a minute so the almond butter is completely dissolved into the gel. It should look like a slimy creamy mixture. Set aside.
- Combine the buckwheat flour, baking powder, sunflower seeds and salt together in a large bowl and stir.
- Finally, add the chia gel mixture to the dry ingredients along with the extra 1 cup of water and stir the dough until well combined without any dried pockets of flour at the bottom (I used also a spatula to scrape the sides and bottom). The dough should be thick and sticky.
- Transfer the dough to a loaf pan (that’s covered with parchment paper, I used a 4.5 x 8.5 in) and cook for 1 hour 20 minutes. Let the bread completely cool down before taking it out of the loaf pan and cut in slices.







Watch how to make it

Can I used whole buckwheat groats to make it
Yes, you can. This will add an extra step to the recipe: making a homemade buckwheat flour. It’s simple to make, as long as you have a high-speed blender (can also use a coffee grinder). You will have to make sure the flour is as fine as possible, so you will have to blend for long enough until you reach the right texture. You can also make flour using buckwheat flakes if you want to ease the process.
Gluten-free buckwheat bread serving suggestions
Definitively, the best way to enjoy that bread is in the form of toasts or open sandwich style. The unique hearty flavor of this bread goes well with both savory and sweet toppings, so you can really get creative and change up your toast every morning. Simply toast the slices first and top with your favorite garnishes. Or serve it alongside a high-protein savory breakfast bowl!
The old classic jam would of course be delicious, but try also combining peanut butter with banana, pumpkin seed butter with pear or coconut yogurt with strawberries. If looking for a savory toast, then avocado toasts with sliced tomatoes and a sprinkle of kosher salt would be delicious (or try these Mexican style black bean avocado toasts!). I also love topping with an eggless salad for a super filling lunch or simply spread with vegan cream cheese. Try also spreading a cashew ricotta with a good drizzle of balsamic vinegar and fresh basil for a delicious filling lunch.

Storage tips
Once the bread has cooled down, I like to slice the whole loaf and store them in a large plastic bag or closed container in the fridge. It will stay fresh for up to a week if you don’t let it dry.
I did freeze a few slices and although the extremities (mostly the crust) were falling apart a little more after thawing, it was still good. It can be a good option if you cannot eat the whole bread within a week. You can transfer the slices straight from the freezer to an oven toaster. If using a regular vertical toaster, then be careful when taking the slices out as it is can crumble easier.

Other bread and pancake recipes you might like
- Oat flour pancakes
- Buckwheat wraps
- Oat milk whole grain bread
- Apple cinnamon bread
- Vegan rolls
- Vegan buckwheat and banana pancakes
- Vegan Focaccia Bread
- Vegan lemon poppy seed loaf
- Vegan everything bagels
- 5-Ingredient banana bread
- Turmeric bread
- Red lentil wraps
*THANKS TO MY SISTER SONIA WHO HELPED DEVELOP AND TEST THIS RECIPE*
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📖 Recipe

Easy Buckwheat Bread (No yeast, No kneading!)
Ingredients
- ¼ cup chia seeds - whole
- 1 ½ cup water
- ⅓ cup almond butter - or other nut/seed butter
- 2 cups buckwheat flour
- ½ cup sunflower seeds
- 3 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 cup water
Instructions
- Pre-heat the oven to 350°. Line a loaf pan with parchment paper (I used a 4.5 x 8.5 in).
- In a medium bowl, combine the chia seeds with the water (1 ½ cup) and let it sit for 10-15 minutes.
- In a large bowl, combine the buckwheat flour, sunflower seeds, baking powder and salt.
- Once the chia-water mixture is done resting (it should look like a gel), then add the almond butter to it and whisk to combine. Make sure it is super smooth and creamy with no nut butter lumps anymore.
- Transfer the chia-nut butter mixture to the buckwheat flour bowl along with the extra 1 cup of water and stir using a spatula. Try not to overmix and scrape the sides and bottom of the bowl to make sure there are no dry areas anymore. The dough should be thick and sticky.
- Transfer to the prepared loaf pan and cook for 1 hour 20 minutes. Let the bread cool down for a few hours before slicing (it will keep setting as it cools down). Enjoy!
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Notes
- The bread can be kept at room temperature for 2-3 days. Even better, slice the whole bread, then store in a container in the fridge for up to 7 days. Then, you can grab and toast the bread without any fuss. The slices can also be frozen, although I noticed that the bread would break/crumble a little easier after thawing.
- To make this bread nut-free, then use pumpkin seed butter in place of the almond butter.
- Nutrition: please note that the nutritional information is an estimate per serving provided for informational purposes only (calculated by software) and accuracy is not guaranteed. Consult with your healthcare provider or a registered dietitian if you need precise nutrition calculations for health reasons.
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Has anyone used peanut butter instead of almond butter?
I made it with peanut butter today, it's good! You can taste the peanut butter a little bit... I imagine it's going to be delicious toasted!
Hi Sally! So glad you like it, thanks for your comment 😊
Has anyone added other ingredients such as cinnamon with a touch of coconut palm sugar, raisins, apples etc?
Is it possible to use psyllium husk instead of chia seed?
Hi Karla! I haven't tried it, I"m not sure it would work the same.
Can I replace chia with ground flax ?
Hi Yvonne! Thanks for your question! I haven't tried making it using ground flax, so I am not sure it would work well. Let me know if you give it a try!
This looks simple, I'm going to give it a go! I'm following an alkaline diet and miss my bread, I think this will work as I think all the ingredients are alkaline.
Hope you like it! 😊
Or maybe yogurt or creamed cottage cheese?
Hi Beth! Thanks for your question! 😊 I haven't tried substituting the chia-nut butter mixture, and I am worried that without it, the bread would have a different texture or not hold well together.
OMG it looks so delicious I was just wondering could I use chia or flax meal instead of chia seeds. If so how much would I need to add and how much water also. And I would still use the nut butter. I love all your recipes.
Thank you
Bernadette
Hi Bernadette! Glad you are enjoying the recipes 😊 I am not sure about the flaxseed in this recipe, but I think that ground chia seeds might work, although I haven't tried it yet. I hope I could me more helpful! Let me know if you try it!
can apple sauce be added instead of the chia seeds and nut butter? or a mashed banana?
I love this recipe! It has been a game changer for my family.
I did make a few adjustments:
I use a bit under a quarter cup of psyllium husk powder (not flakes) in with the buckwheat flour.
I also add around a cup of shredded zucchini (water squeezed out)! It has totally changed the loaf and given it a bit more lift and breadiness.
I have shared this recipe with so many people now. Thank you so much Jess!
Hi Wendy! Glad to hear you love it, I have to try with the zucchini, yum! 😊
This was my first attempt at making homemade bread. Your recipe could not have been easier. It was delicious and healthy. I followed the recipe as written and mine even looked like your pictures. Now that was quite the shock. LOL
Thank you so much for giving me the courage and confidence to make my own bread!!!
Hi Tina!! I'm so glad you liked it! I wish we could share pictures here so I can see it... Thanks for your comment 😊
Hi Jessica,
I love this recipe, especially because it's so easy to make! I was wondering if I could use the same recipe in my bread maker, which I recently bought. However, when I tried it, the bread didn't cook fully inside.
Could you please advise me on what changes I might need to make to the recipe for it to work properly in the bread maker? I'm using it mainly for the time savings.
Thank you
Hi Elias! This is a good question... I don't think this recipe is suitable for using a bread machine, although I have not tried it yet. If I do, I will add it to the post! 😊
I forgot to put the baking soda in! Will the bread still be edible?
Hi! I think it will be edible, but probably a little too dense... hopefully it still works ok! Let me know!