Low Sugar Pumpkin Bread
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
35 mins
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Total Time
40 mins
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Servings
8
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Calories
182 kcal
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Cuisine
International
Low Sugar Pumpkin Bread
Description
Low Sugar Pumpkin Bread brings together ripe banana, canned pumpkin, and Greek yogurt for moisture and mild sweetness. It uses maple syrup as a natural sweetener balanced with pumpkin pie spice and cinnamon for seasonal flavor. The flour, baking soda, and baking powder create a tender crumb, while chocolate chips give occasional richness. Mixing wet and dry ingredients separately before combining and folding in the chocolate ensures even texture throughout.
Baked in a greased 8x4 or 9x5 loaf pan at 350°F for 30 to 35 minutes, the bread develops a light crust with a soft interior dense with pumpkin and banana flavors. It slices well once slightly cooled and suits breakfast, snacks, or a lightly sweet dessert.
The recipe suggests storing the bread refrigerated for up to one week or freezing individual slices for longer preservation. Using a spotted banana is recommended to bring natural sweetness and enhance flavor depth.
Ingredients
- 1 banana ripe
- ½ cup pumpkin canned
- 2 tbsp Greek yogurt
- ¼ cup maple syrup
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
- ¼ tsp ground cinnamon
- pinch salt
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp baking powder
- ½ cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- In a mixing bowl, mash 1 banana with a fork or handheld mixer. Use a rubber spatula to fold in canned pumpkin and Greek yogurt.
- Beat in maple syrup, egg, and vanilla extract.
- Then add dry ingredients (except chocolate chips): all purpose flour, pumpkin pie spice, ground cinnamon, salt, baking soda, and baking powder.
- Mix until combined and a batter forms.
- Fold in chocolate chips.
- Grease a 8x4 or 9x5 loaf pan. Pour batter into the loaf pan. Sprinkle more chocolate chips on top if desired.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until the toothpick comes out clean.
- Let your Yogurt Pumpkin Bread cool slightly before slicing and enjoying!
Notes
- Use a ripe, spotted banana to provide natural sweetness and moisture to the bread.
- Store leftover bread in the refrigerator for up to one week to maintain freshness.
- Freeze slices individually for up to three months; thaw before serving.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 182 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1 slice | |
| Calories | 182kcal | 9% |
| Carbohydrates | 32g | 11% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 5g | 8% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 23mg | 8% |
| Sodium | 116mg | 5% |
| Potassium | 83mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 16g | 32% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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