This homemade pumpkin and sunflower seed bread is a perfect blend of flavors and textures, making it the ideal choice for a healthy and delicious breakfast. Packed with nutrients from pumpkin and sunflower seeds, this bread is sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/2 cup sunflower seeds
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 2 eggs
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease a loaf pan.
- In a mixing bowl, combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- In another bowl, mix together pumpkin puree, brown sugar, vegetable oil, and eggs.
- Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined.
- Fold in the sunflower seeds.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool the bread in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
Interesting Facts
Pumpkin is a great source of beta-carotene and fiber, making it a nutritious addition to your diet.
Sunflower seeds are rich in healthy fats and protein, providing a good source of energy for your day.