Description
Indulge in the delicious flavors of fall with this protein-packed pumpkin bread. Moist, fluffy, and full of warm spices, it’s the perfect healthy snack or breakfast option.
Ingredients
– 1 15oz can pumpkin puree
– 3 large eggs
– 1/2 cup granulated sugar
– 1/4 cup brown sugar
– 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
– 1 tsp vanilla extract
– 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 scoop (30g) vanilla protein powder
– 1 tsp baking soda
– 1 tsp ground cinnamon
– 1/2 tsp ground ginger
– 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
– 1/4 tsp ground cloves
– 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
1. – Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
2. – In a large bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, eggs, granulated sugar, brown sugar, applesauce, and vanilla until well combined.
3. – In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, protein powder, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, cloves, and salt.
4. – Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
5. – Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 55-65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
6. – Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.
Notes
– For a sweeter bread, you can increase the sugar to 3/4 cup granulated and 1/2 cup brown sugar.
– Try adding chopped walnuts or pecans for extra crunch and texture.
– Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days, or in the freezer for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 60
- Category: Breads & Beverages
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American