Gluten Free Healthy Pumpkin Bread

This gluten free healthy pumpkin bread will quickly become your new fall favorite! With one bowl, a whisk, and warm pumpkin pie spice, this moist and sweet quick bread will be ready in 30 minutes or less! 

Today, we're getting our pumpkin spice fix with mini gluten free pumpkin breads.

They are simple to prepare, with ingredients you likely already have in the pantry. And, you will only need one mixing bowl and a whisk.

Now, I chose a mini version, but you could also bake one large pumpkin bread. And, as the classic fall flavors of cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg waft through your house...you'll thank me, even before you have a taste!

Most quick breads or pound cakes are often filled with cups of sugar. These moist beauties use applesauce and only a little sugar for sweetness. Plus, they are made with mostly oat flour! A slice at Starbucks will set you back 400 calories and 38 grams of sugar! Not these! My pumpkin bread is even better and no one will guess it's gluten free!

They are perfect as a heathy breakfast or brunch or a sweet treat for dessert! Bring some to share at your next potluck! Or they even make a pretty, homemade hostess gift!

These mini pumpkin breads are delish as is, but you could also slice, heat, and add a pat of butter. Butter always makes everything just a little bit better!

Why You'll Love This Gluten Free Pumpkin Bread Recipe

  • Easy to make- no mixer required.
  • Warm fall flavors- classic pumpkin pie spice with some extra cinnamon!
  • Super moist- pumpkin puree and applesauce helps to keep this quick bread from drying out!
  • Makes the house smell wonderful- you'll have pumpkin, cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg wafting through the whole house!
  • Healthy- this sweet treat uses a lot less sugar and was made with mostly oat flour!

Mini loaves of gluten free pumpkin bread with a vanilla drizzle

Ingredients in Gluten Free Healthy Pumpkin Bread

  • Pumpkin
  • Applesauce
  • Butter
  • Coconut Sugar
  • Maple Syrup or a Keto/Sugar-free Version
  • Milk or Cream (can use dairy free)
  • Eggs
  • Pumpkin Pie Spice
  • Cinnamon
  • Baking Powder
  • Baking Soda
  • Salt
  • Gluten Free Flour Blend

Make Your Own Classic Pumpkin Pie Spice

Super simple and easy to customize a bit to your liking. Mix and then keep in the pantry for your morning latte and baked goods.

2 Tbsp. cinnamon

2 tsp. ginger

1 tsp. nutmeg

1/2 tsp. clove (optional)

1/2 tsp. allspice (optional)

Gluten Free Mini Pumpkin Bread Loaves

Optional Mix-Ins

I chose a basic pumpkin bread version with a sweet cinnamon glaze, but there are many things you can add to the batter as well!

  • Chocolate Chips
  • White Chocolate Chips
  • Cinnamon Chips
  • Nuts
  • Pepitas- more fun to say than pumpkin seeds!

Can I use canned pumpkin pie filling in this gluten free pumpkin bread?

No, for this recipe use canned pumpkin puree. Pumpkin pie filling is already sweetened and seasoned with spices. This way we can control the sugar, spices, and overall flavor of the dish!

 

What is the best baking pan for pumpkin bread?

Some may say a classic large loaf pan is the best. For me, I bought a mini loaf pan with 8 wells a few years ago- and I love it! Cute, small cake portions, less baking time. Truly, any size loaf pan will work. A large loaf pan will take longer to bake. You could even use a muffin pan.

Mini Pumpkin Bread Loaf with Gluten Free Flour Blend

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Gluten Free Healthy Pumpkin Bread

This gluten free healthy pumpkin bread will quickly become your new fall favorite! With one bowl, a whisk, and warm pumpkin pie spice, this moist and sweet quick bread will be ready in 30 minutes or less! 

Prep:
10
min
cook:
20
min
total:
45
min
Author:

Kelly

Ingredients
  • 3/4 c. pumpkin puree
  • 1/2 c. applesauce
  • 2 Tbsp. butter, melted
  • 2 Tbsp. maple syrup (I used a monk fruit version)
  • 1/4 c. coconut sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 tsp. vanilla
  • 3 Tbsp. milk or cream (can use dairy free)
  • 1 1/2 tsp. pumpkin pie spice
  • 1/2 tsp. cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp. baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp. baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp. salt
  • 1 1/2 c. gluten free flour blend (I used 1 c. oat flour and 1/2 c. gluten free blend)

Cinnamon Glaze

  • 1 Tbsp. butter, melted
  • 1+ Tbsp. milk or cream (can use dairy free)
  • 1/4 tsp. cinnamon or pumpkin pie spice
  • 1/2 c. powdered sugar
Instructions
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
  • In a large mixing bowl, whisk the pumpkin, applesauce, butter, maple syrup, and coconut sugar. Then, whisk in the eggs, vanilla, milk or cream, pumpkin pie spice, cinnamon, baking soda, baking powder salt, and gluten free flour.
  • Spray 8 mini loaf pans with nonstick cooking spray. Then, scoop about 1/4 cup of batter into each pan. Bake for 18-22 minutes, until an inserted toothpick comes out clean. Allow to cool. You could also scoop into lined muffin cups (with a slightly reduced baking time) or a large loaf pan (and bake for 50-60 minutes.)
  • CINNAMON GLAZE: In a small bowl, whisk the butter, milk, and cinnamon. Then, whisk in the powdered sugar. Add a little more milk or powdered sugar until a thick glaze is formed. Using a piping bag or a spoon to drizzle over the mini pumpkin breads.

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