Description
Indulge in a delectable and nutritious Protein Pumpkin Bread that’s perfect for a cozy fall snack or breakfast. Packed with wholesome ingredients like pumpkin puree, eggs, and warm spices, this moist and flavorful bread is sure to become a new favorite.
Ingredients
– 1 cup pumpkin puree
– 3 large eggs
– 1/2 cup maple syrup
– 1/4 cup melted coconut oil
– 1 1/2 cups almond flour
– 1/2 cup vanilla protein powder
– 1 teaspoon baking soda
– 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
– 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
– 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
– 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
1. 1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan with coconut oil or non-stick cooking spray.
2. 2. In a large bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, eggs, maple syrup, and melted coconut oil until well combined.
3. 3. In a separate bowl, combine the almond flour, protein powder, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and salt. Stir to mix.
4. 4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until incorporated. Do not overmix.
5. 5. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
6. 6. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7. 7. Allow the Protein Pumpkin Bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
For a sweeter bread, you can add 1/4 cup of chopped walnuts or pecans to the batter. Store the cooled bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 50
- Category: Breakfast, Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American