Pumpkin Protein Bread (Gluten Free)

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This pumpkin protein bread is made with almond flour and protein powder, sweetened with maple syrup and has a dense, moist texture. This loaf is gluten free, dairy free and paleo friendly.

I love a good pumpkin bread....but one that's tasty AND packed with protein?! You can definitely count me in!

This pumpkin protein bread is the perfect loaf to make ahead for the week. Enjoy as a high protein snack or side to breakfast.

Not only is this pumpkin loaf protein rich, but it's also gluten free, dairy free and paleo friendly. It's made with almond flour and pea protein, sweetened with maple syrup and has a rich pumpkin flavor.

Why You'll Love this Pumpkin Protein Bread

gluten free and grain free - made with almond flour and pea protein
paleo friendly - contains simple, wholesome ingredients
dairy free - great for anyone with a dairy allergy or intolerance
easy to make - an easy, one bowl pumpkin bread recipe
high in protein - a great way to increase your protein intake

Ingredients

This healthy pumpkin protein bread requires 12 simple ingredients. Here's a list of what you'll need:

blanched almond flour - to make this recipe gluten free and paleo friendly, I used almond flour. Tigernut flour should work as an appropriate nut free substitute.
protein powder - I recommend pea protein for this recipe. Pea protein is very absorbent, so other protein powders may not work well.
pumpkin pie spice - for added pumpkin flavor. You can swap this with cinnamon if you prefer.
baking powder - I make my own paleo baking powder to keep my recipes grain free and corn free. However, any baking powder will work.
baking soda - to add a bit of rise in the loaf.
salt - enhances the flavors.
pumpkin puree - I used canned organic pumpkin puree, which tends to be thicker than non-organic brands. That being said, any pumpkin puree should work, it just might result in a slight change in bread texture.
eggs - not only do these increase the protein content, but they provide structure for the bread. I don't recommend an egg substitute.
egg whites - to further increase the protein content.
maple syrup - to sweeten the loaf. Any liquid sweetener may be used instead.
water - to help thin the batter, as pea protein is very absorbent. If you're testing this recipe with another type of protein powder, you may not need any water.
vanilla extract - for added flavor

Ingredients needed to make healthy pumpkin protein bread that's gluten free and paleo.

Tips and Tricks

Use Pea Protein - pea protein is very absorbent, so using another type of protein powder may not yield desirable results.
Use a grain free baking powder - to keep this recipe paleo friendly and grain free, use a grain free baking powder like my homemade baking powder or Otto's baking powder.

How to Make Pumpkin Protein Bread

This is a one bowl bread recipe - super easy! Here are the step by step instructions:

First, preheat your oven to 350 degrees F. Line an 8" x 4" loaf pan with parchment paper and set aside.

Combine the dry ingredients.

Mix in the wet ingredients.

Pour the batter into your lined loaf pan. Then bake at 350 degrees for 60 minutes.

After baking, cool the loaf for 5-10 minutes in the baking pan, then transfer it to a wire cooling rack.

Storage

This loaf is moist and is best kept in an airtight container in the fridge. It will last well up to one week.

Recipe Alterations and Additions

Swap the pumpkin pie spice for cinnamon or mix in a dash of nutmeg and ground cloves.
Add mix-ins to the batter like chocolate chips or chopped nuts.
Top the loaf with a cream cheese frosting.

Bite of a piece of bread to show moist texture.

FAQ

How much protein is in one slice?

If you cut the loaf into 10 slices, each slice contains 8.7 grams of protein. In addition, each slice has 133 calories, 7.1 grams of fat and 9.8 grams of carbs.

Do I have to add egg whites?

Egg whites help with the texture and structure of the loaf, while increasing the protein content. You can omit them if necessary, but it will change the texture.

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