Easy 3 Ingredient Avocado Bread Buns High Protein Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 Large Egg (room temperature, cracked)
• 1 Ripe Avocado (peeled, pitted, mashed until smooth)
• 1 cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese (packed, can substitute with shredded Monterey Jack or cheddar)
• 1 tsp Garlic Powder (optional, mixed into batter)
• 1 tsp Onion Powder (optional, mixed into batter)
• 1 tsp Salt (optional, mixed into batter)
• 1 dash Black Pepper (optional, mixed into batter)
• 1 tbsp Sesame Seeds (sprinkled on top before baking)
• 1 tbsp Poppy Seeds (sprinkled on top before baking)
• to taste Everything Bagel Seasoning (optional; if used, add after 10 min baking to avoid burning)

Instructions

1. Whisk the Egg

   Crack the large egg into a mixing bowl and whisk with a whisk or fork until the yolk and white are fully combined and slightly frothy.

   Time: PT1M

2. Mash the Avocado

   Halve the ripe avocado, remove the pit, scoop the flesh onto a plate and mash with a fork until completely smooth with no lumps.

   Time: PT2M

3. Combine Ingredients

   Add the mashed avocado to the bowl with the whisked egg. Sprinkle in the shredded mozzarella cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and a dash of black pepper. Mix everything together with a spatula until you have a uniform green‑pasty batter.

   Time: PT2M

4. Prepare Baking Sheet

   Line a cookie sheet with a sheet of parchment paper (or a silicone baking mat).

   Time: PT1M

5. Portion and Shape

   Divide the batter into four equal portions (about ¼ cup each). Place each portion on the parchment and shape into circles (or squares) about ½‑inch thick, leaving a slightly thicker edge for sturdiness. Sprinkle each piece with sesame seeds and poppy seeds.

   Time: PT2M

6. Bake – Full Method

   Place the sheet in a pre‑heated oven at 400°F and bake for 20 minutes, or until the tops and edges are lightly golden brown.

   Time: PT20M

   Temperature: 400°F

7. Bake – Bagel‑Seasoning Option

   If you prefer to use everything bagel seasoning, bake the pieces for 10 minutes, remove from oven, sprinkle the seasoning evenly over each piece, then return to the oven for another 10 minutes until golden.

   Time: PT20M

   Temperature: 400°F

8. Cool and Serve

   Remove the baked avocado breads from the oven and let them cool on the counter for 3‑5 minutes. They will firm up slightly and are ready to be used as buns, sandwich bases, or a snack on their own.

   Time: PT5M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

200

Protein

16 g

Carbohydrates

3.5 g

Fat

12 g

Fiber

2.5 g