why make this recipe
Healthy Pumpkin Bread is a wonderful choice for many reasons. First, it is a one-bowl recipe, which makes for easy cleanup. You enjoy a delicious treat that’s great for breakfast, snacks, or dessert, all while using nutritious ingredients. The pumpkin purée adds moisture and flavor, while the bananas and natural sweeteners keep it healthy. Plus, it’s perfect for the fall season or any time you want to enjoy a warm, comforting bread.
how to make Healthy Pumpkin Bread
Ingredients:
- 1 medium ripe banana
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 1/2 cup coconut oil (melted)
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 Tablespoons almond milk
- 1 cup pumpkin purée
- 1 1/2 cups whole wheat flour (or oat flour)
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons cinnamon
- 3 teaspoons pumpkin spice
- 2 Tablespoons flax seeds (for topping)
- 2 Tablespoons pepitas (for topping)
Directions:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- In a large bowl, mash the banana until it reaches a purée consistency.
- Add in the eggs, vanilla, melted coconut oil, honey, maple syrup, brown sugar, almond milk, and pumpkin purée.
- Whisk until the mixture is fairly smooth.
- Add in the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and pumpkin spice.
- Mix until the batter is smooth.
- Pour the batter into a loaf pan lined with parchment paper.
- Add toppings of flax seeds and pepitas.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool for about 10 minutes, then slice and enjoy!
how to serve Healthy Pumpkin Bread
Serve Healthy Pumpkin Bread warm or at room temperature. It goes well with a spread of butter or a dollop of cream cheese. You can also enjoy it plain, as is, with your morning coffee or tea. It makes for great snacks and can be packed in lunchboxes for a healthy treat.
how to store Healthy Pumpkin Bread
To store Healthy Pumpkin Bread, keep it in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. If you want to keep it longer, you can wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and store it in the fridge for up to a week. You can also freeze slices for up to 3 months. Just thaw them in the fridge when you are ready to enjoy.
tips to make Healthy Pumpkin Bread
- Make sure your banana is ripe for the best flavor and sweetness.
- When mixing the batter, avoid overmixing; this can make the bread tough.
- Experiment with spices! If you love nutmeg or allspice, feel free to add them for more depth of flavor.
- For a healthier twist, switch to oat flour instead of whole wheat flour.
variation
You can add chocolate chips for a sweet twist or nuts for some crunch. You might also swap the pumpkin purée for applesauce or mashed sweet potatoes if you like.
FAQs
1. Can I use fresh pumpkin instead of canned pumpkin purée?
Yes, you can use fresh pumpkin! Just cook it until soft, purée it, and then use it in the recipe.
2. Is this bread gluten-free?
If you use oat flour and ensure it’s certified gluten-free, this bread can be gluten-free.
3. How can I make this bread sweeter?
You can increase the amount of honey or maple syrup in the recipe to make it sweeter if you prefer.
Healthy Pumpkin Bread
Ingredients
Method
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- In a large bowl, mash the banana until it reaches a purée consistency.
- Add in the eggs, vanilla, melted coconut oil, honey, maple syrup, brown sugar, almond milk, and pumpkin purée.
- Whisk until the mixture is fairly smooth.
- Add in the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and pumpkin spice.
- Mix until the batter is smooth.
- Pour the batter into a loaf pan lined with parchment paper.
- Add toppings of flax seeds and pepitas.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool for about 10 minutes, then slice and enjoy!
