Barely Bread: Grain-free Loaves, Bagels, & Baguettes

Answer: All grains including those that are gluten-free, provide a concentrated source of carbohydrates, which can lead to blood sugar spikes and promote an insulin response. Overtime, this may contribute to the development of chronic inflammation or overeating behaviors. Switching to a diet that replaces sugar and carbohydrates with healthy fats and lean proteins helps to stabilize blood sugar levels and promote an overall satiated state. At Barely Bread, our 100% grain-free products are made from a blend of nuts, seeds, and coconut flours, providing genuine nutrition. Unlike grain-based bread (or simply gluten-free bread), our products are high in fiber, low in carbohydrates and contain both protein and healthy fats, which help to slow digestion and provide a stable source of energy. All of our products are designed to keep you feeling satisfied and truly nourished.

Answer: Barely Bread is 100% GRAIN-FREE, inherently gluten-free, and great-tasting! We don’t use ANY of the high-carb alternative flours such as potato starch or rice flour that other typical gluten-free breads contain (which often cause spikes in blood sugar and can contribute to diabetes, heart disease, weight gain, and more). Unlike grain-based bread (or simply gluten-free bread), our products are high in fiber, low in carbohydrates and contain both protein and healthy fats, which help to slow digestion and provide a stable source of energy. All of our products are designed to keep you feeling satisfied and truly nourished. We are proud to say that our breads, bagels, baguettes, and rolls all taste and perform like traditional grain-based breads (after three years of meticulous R&D)! They are versatile enough to use as you would your typical loaf or slice – toasted with a thick layer of nut butter, smothered in avocado, piled high with turkey, layered in condiments, or whipped into a big batch of French toast. Our combination of ingredients support a multitude of diets and lifestyles (whereas a strictly gluten-free bread, wheat bread, or sprouted grain-bread is much more limiting): Grain-Free: Barely Bread contains a flour base of nuts and seeds – no wheat, rice, or grain of any kind. Certified Gluten-Free: Contains no oats, yeast, or other hidden gluten; officially certified by the GFCO. Rich in Protein & Fiber: Contains protein-rich eggs, high-protein almond flour and high-fiber flaxseed meal. Low-Net-Carb Count: Contains naturally-low-carb ingredients: no potato, rice, corn, or tapioca starches; and no sugar alcohols to upset your digestive system. Low-Glycemic / Diabetic-Friendly: Contains low-glycemic ingredients and no refined sugars. Certified Paleo: Contains no grains, legumes, peanuts, dairy, soy, or processed sugar; officially certified by the Paleo Foundation. Clean, Honest Ingredients: Contains no fillers, gums, stabilizers, artificial flavors, or preservatives – only ingredients you’d find in your own pantry (or your local grocer).

Answer: Gluten-free products may still contain grains such as quinoa, buckwheat, rice, corn, teff etc. Grain-free products contain no grains or pseudo grains of any kind. In addition to their difference in ingredients, many commonly consumed packaged gluten-free foods are actually higher in fat and carbohydrates and lower in protein, iron, and B vitamins. Therefore the true nutritional benefit of eating gluten-free packaged foods for those without celiac, may be minimal.

Answer: Yes, all of our products (and our production facility) have been certified gluten-free by the Gluten Free Certification Organization (GFCO), an industry program of the Gluten Intolerance Group (GIG).

Answer: Although Barely Bread is not certified organic, we try to use organic ingredients when available, and we are committed to using all Non-GMO ingredients.

Answer: Yes, none of our products contain dairy.

Answer: No. Our current formulation uses egg (and honey, in some cases), so our products are not vegan.

Answer: Yes, Barely Bread products are low in carbohydrates and provide a good mix of fiber, fat and protein. All of these factors slow digestion, which helps to avoid a rapid rise in blood sugar levels and the triggering of an insulin response. All of our products contain fewer than 10 net carbs per serving (even our big, fluffy bagels), and little-to-no sugar!

Answer: Net carbs represent the grams of carbohydrates in a food minus its grams of fiber.

Answer: Our products contain eggs and tree nuts (i.e. almond, coconut, and in some cases, hazelnut). We have NO peanuts, NO soy, NO corn, and NO dairy.

Answer: We proudly use no preservatives in Barely Bread! As such, all products are best stored in the refrigerator (or freezer) depending on your planned consumption.

Answer: Absolutely! Barely Bread does very well in and out of the freezer if you decide to save it for a later date.

Answer: You can store Barely Bread in your refrigerator for up to two weeks and in the freezer for one year.

Answer: In addition to our Online Store, Barely Bread will soon be found in the freezer or refrigerator section of many grocery stores across the country. (A Store Locator page will soon be available on our website where you can identify local retailers.) Please ask your grocer to start carrying us – retailers DO listen to their customers.

Answer: We proudly use no preservatives, so the cold temps prolong our shelf life!

Answer: Our high quality ingredients and small batch baking process do make our products more expensive, but we think it is worth it for a loaf that is 100% grain-free and free of fillers and preservatives. We are certified gluten free, certified paleo and do not use any GMOs. Our products are chock full of nutrition: naturally higher in fiber and protein and lower in carbohydrates and sugar than traditional grain-based breads or gluten-free alternatives.

Answer: We use a flat rate, depending on your distance from our East Coast location. States east of the Mississippi are charged $14.95 and those west of the Mississippi are charged $24.95. We aim to get your order to you as quickly as possible (overnight) and as fresh as possible (in a patented insulated container with a package of dry ice).

Answer: Barely Bread is shipped Mondays through Thursdays. If your order was placed before 10:00 AM EST, it will ship the same day. We package all product, while still frozen, in an insulated container with dry ice and then ship using overnight delivery in order to keep your bread fresh and cool. (You may find that your bread has thawed a bit in transit – this will not affect the bread. It can be frozen again if desired.)

Answer: We love bread toasty and warm. If you’re like us, we encourage you to toast your Barely Bread, or warm it in the oven. Feel free to do either straight out of the freezer (no pre-thaw necessary). Our breads, bagels, baguettes, and rolls all taste and perform like traditional grain-based breads. They are versatile enough to use as you would your typical loaf or slice – toasted with a thick layer of nut butter, smothered in avocado, piled high with meat, layered in condiments, served alongside charcuterie, or whipped into a big batch of French toast. Feel free to experiment with panini, pizza bagels, bread puddings, and more – use Barely Bread however you would traditional grain-based breads. (And please, share your recipes!)