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Description
A delicious and healthy pumpkin bread recipe perfect for a nutritious treat. This recipe uses whole wheat flour and natural sweeteners for a wholesome flavor.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups whole wheat flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 1/2 cups pumpkin puree
- 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1/3 cup maple syrup
- 1/4 cup melted coconut oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×5 inch loaf pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together whole wheat flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and ginger.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together pumpkin puree, applesauce, maple syrup, coconut oil, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread evenly.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For gluten-free option, use a gluten-free all-purpose flour blend.
- Add chopped nuts or chocolate chips for extra flavor.
- This bread freezes well for future enjoyment.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Baking
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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