When I first discovered L’Oven Fresh’s Aldi Keto Bread some time ago, I knew it was a product that I absolutely had to try.
With a label that advertised it as “zero net carbohydrates” I was intrigued to say the least.
My mind immediately began planning a menu of foods I’d missed since starting keto.
In particular, I was really excited about the idea of doing the following:
- a loaded BLT sandwich in summer (with butter and mayonnaise, of course)
- crispy croutons on a Caesar salad
- Filling drizzled with sauce for the holidays
- French toast with berries and cream
- Over light eggs with bread and butter for dipping
With two flavors (multiseed and wheat bread) the possibilities would really be endless!
But before that became a reality, I had to see if it was even a worthwhile bread substitute.
Here is my review of the elusive zero-carbohydrate bread from Aldi.
rarity
If you’ve been looking for this elusive product and don’t have it available in your store yet, you are not alone.
After a very successful start in 2019, Aldi stores have worked hard to keep this product on their shelves.
For those lucky enough to find it, act fast! This stuff tends to go extremely fast.
If you have extra storage space in your freezer, take an extra loaf and freeze it. For emergencies, of course.
Comparison of multi-seeds and wheat
Nutritional information for keto-friendly bread at Aldi
Multi-seed
For 1 slice Aldi Keto bread (multiple seeds)::
- 45 calories, 2 g fat, 9 g carbohydrates, 9 g fiber, 5 g protein
Ingredients: water, modified wheat starch, wheat protein isolate, oat fiber, yeast, wheat gluten, inulin, sunflower seeds, soybean oil, wheat bran, flaxseed flour, vinegar, salt, preservatives (sorbic acid, calcium propionate)
wheat
For 1 slice Aldi Keto bread (wheat)::
- 40 calories, 1 g fat, 9 g carbohydrates, 9 g fiber, 5 g protein
Ingredients: water, modified wheat starch, wheat protein isolate, oat fiber, yeast, wheat, gluten, inulin, soybean oil, wheat bran, vinegar, salt, preservatives (sorbic acid, calcium propionate)
Ingredients in Aldi Keto bread
Special diets
In addition to the impressive macros, this bread substitute is perfect for weight loss and also for vegans.
It is important to note that it is not gluten free, however.
price
One of the most attractive aspects in my opinion is the price. In my local shop, every bread came out too straight $ 3.99.
This is excellent value considering that most low-carb breads and mixes are usually closer to $ 10 each.
Taste and texture
Overall, it looks and feels like real bread. It’s soft and mushy with a light golden brown crust.
In terms of taste, I find the bread a bit boring and dry. It totally reminds me of the gluten free breads I’ve had in the past.
But in all honesty, this is better than what I would expect for a baked good that consists almost entirely of fiber.
It’s not something I would ever want to eat alone, but it serves well as a receptacle for other foods.
When you start piling up the toppings and condiments, you probably won’t even realize that it’s not real bread.
Best preparation method
While it’s a bit plain on its own, I find that toasting the bread improves the taste and texture tremendously.
This extra step adds a really delicious, nutty aroma and taste similar to real bread.
It is also perfectly crispy in a toaster like traditional bread.
A slice of Aldi Keto bread looks very similar to regular wheat bread
Is It Suitable For The Keto Diet?
It really depends on your definition of a keto diet.
Some choose a very strict plan that avoids ingredients like gluten and wheat starch. In that case, it’s probably not a great choice for a super clean ketogenic diet.
Personally, I take a more casual approach that only limits carbs in order to stay in ketosis. This is sometimes referred to as “lazy keto”, but it works very well for me.
With this in mind, make a judgment-based decision as to whether or not to consume this regularly.
judgment
Overall, I found it to be pretty good, especially when toasted. I probably wouldn’t eat this every day, but I would definitely get it again.
The two bread flavors are very similar and I’m not sure I can tell the difference.
As mentioned earlier, if I really want bread, I plan to keep a loaf of this in my fridge.
Have you tried this carbohydrate free bread from your local Aldi?
