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Healthy Pumpkin Bread

Published: Sep 11, 2017 · Modified: Nov 7, 2022 by Allison · 82 Comments

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This Healthy Pumpkin Bread is flavored with pumpkin puree, warm spices, and maple syrup. Enjoy for breakfast or snack alongside a cup of coffee or tea.

Slices of pumpkin bread on parchment paper.


They say imitation is the sincerest form of flattery, right? Today I’m bringing you a copycat recipe – Starbucks Pumpkin Bread. BUT, I was able to make this version a bit healthier. Does this mean we get to eat two slices? 😉

This bread is extra delicious alongside a cup of coffee with pumpkin spice creamer. So good! If you’re looking for a slightly different twist on on pumpkin bread try our pumpkin cornbread.

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Slices of healthy pumpkin bread on a white plate.

What makes this pumpkin bread healthy?

This pumpkin bread is so good that I guarantee you won’t miss the extra fat and calories. Here’s what I did to make this pumpkin bread healthier:

  •  I reduced the sugar a bit (you won’t miss it, I promise!).
  •  I made some healthier ingredient swaps → olive oil, wheat flour, maple syrup, and egg whites.

Even with those changes and substitutions this loaf bakes up sweet, moist, and tender. The top is adorned with a sprinkling of pepitas, which add the perfect nutty crunch. No crumb topping, no icing – just a pure and simple loaf loaded with pumpkin and warm spices.

Healthy pumpkin bread batter in a large bowl.

Recipe tips

  • Use canned pumpkin puree, not pumpkin pie filling which is sweetened
  • Using white whole wheat flour helps to keep the bread from being too dense. If you don’t have that whole wheat pastry flour can be used in its place.
  • Swap the pepitas for any chopped nuts of your choice (walnuts or pecans would both be great).
  • Serve with honey butter or maple butter for a special treat.
  • Use the leftover egg yolks from this recipe to make vanilla pudding.

Slices of healthy pumpkin bread on a white plate.

Storage

Store leftover pumpkin bread at room temperature for up to 2 days, in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, or in the freezer for up to 2 months. Reheat individual servings as needed.

More pumpkin recipes 

  • Pumpkin Oatmeal
  • Pumpkin Banana Bread
  • Pumpkin Bars
  • Healthy Pumpkin Muffins
  • Pumpkin Crumb Muffins
  • Pumpkin Blondies
  • Pumpkin Pudding Cake

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Recipe

Slices of healthy pumpkin bread on a white plate.

Healthy Pumpkin Bread

This moist and delicious Healthy Pumpkin Bread is filled with pumpkin and warm spices. 
4.95 from 20 votes
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Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes
Servings: 10
Calories: 211kcal
Author: Allison – Celebrating Sweets

Ingredients

  • ¾ cup all purpose flour
  • ¾ cup white whole wheat flour
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
  • ¾ teaspoon cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ⅓ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup pure maple syrup
  • 2 egg whites
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil or melted coconut oil
  • ¼ cup water
  • ¼ cup roasted pepitas

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9 x 5 loaf pan and set aside.
  • In a large bowl, combine flours, salt, spices, baking powder, and baking soda.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk sugar, syrup, egg whites, pumpkin, oil, and water until well combined. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until combined. Be careful not to over mix. Pour the batter into prepared pan and sprinkle pepitas over the top. Bake for approximately 40 minutes, until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Place pan on a wire rack to cool for about 15 minutes, then remove the bread from the pan and continue cooling directly on the rack.

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Notes

STORAGE: Store leftover pumpkin bread at room temperature for up to 2 days, in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, or in the freezer for up to 2 months. Reheat individual servings as needed.

Nutrition

Calories: 211kcal | Carbohydrates: 34g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 247mg | Potassium: 160mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 17g | Vitamin A: 3813IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 44mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutritional Information is an estimate based on third-party calculations and may vary based on products used and serving sizes.

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Comments

  1. Micayli

    September 09, 2020 at 11:11 pm

    Can I make this with oat flour instead of regular flour? Thanks!

    Reply
    • Allison

      September 10, 2020 at 8:26 am

      You might be able to use some oat flour (maybe 1/2 cup or so) in place of regular flour, but I don’t think you’ll be able to swap all of it. I think the bread might be too moist and dense.

      Reply
      • Micayli

        September 10, 2020 at 7:11 pm

        Ok thank you. I will try tonight!

  2. Beth

    September 23, 2020 at 12:17 pm

    5 stars
    This is Fall in a pan! I may not share my loaf with the family and just eat it right out of the loaf pan! Delish!

    Reply
  3. Nellie Tracy

    September 23, 2020 at 12:28 pm

    5 stars
    Great recipe, perfect for fall! Love it!

    Reply
  4. Katrina Haddad

    October 26, 2020 at 7:44 pm

    Can I do a 1/4 cup of butter instead of the oil?

    Reply
    • Allison

      October 27, 2020 at 9:39 am

      Sure. Just swap melted butter for the oil. Enjoy!

      Reply
      • Cathy

        October 05, 2021 at 5:21 pm

        Hi Allison. I was wondering if I could substitute applesauce for the oil in this recipe.

      • Allison

        October 09, 2021 at 8:47 am

        I would use at least some oil. If you remove all the oil the bread might be a bit dense and “rubbery” like low-fat baked goods tend to be.

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