Description
This sunflower pumpkin seed bread recipe is perfect for anyone looking for a nutritious, easy-to-make bread. Packed with wholesome seeds and natural ingredients, it’s great for breakfast or as a snack.
Ingredients
- 1 cup sunflower seeds
- 1 cup pumpkin seeds
- 2 cups all-purpose flour (or whole wheat flour for a healthier option)
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 ½ cups warm water
- 1 packet active dry yeast
- 1 tbsp flaxseed meal (optional, for extra nutrition)
- 1 tbsp chia seeds (optional)
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix warm water, honey, and yeast. Let sit for 5-10 minutes until bubbly.
- In a large bowl, combine flour, sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds, salt, and baking powder.
- Add the yeast mixture to the dry ingredients and mix until dough forms.
- Add olive oil and knead the dough for about 5 minutes until smooth.
- Cover the dough with a clean cloth and let it rise for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Punch down the dough and shape it into a loaf. Place it on a greased baking sheet or in a loaf pan.
- Sprinkle extra seeds on top if desired and press gently into the dough.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until the bread is golden and sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.
- Let the bread cool before slicing and serving.
Notes
- For a gluten-free option, use a gluten-free flour blend.
- You can add extra seeds or nuts for added crunch and nutrition.
- This bread can also be made as rolls by dividing the dough into small portions before baking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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