If you’re looking for a delicious way to care for your heart while enjoying a touch of sweetness, this Pumpkin Bread is a perfect choice. It’s packed with fiber, heart-healthy fats, and essential nutrients that help support cardiovascular wellness. Made with wholesome ingredients like pumpkin puree, oats, and olive oil, this bread helps lower cholesterol, stabilize blood pressure, and promote better heart function — all while satisfying your craving for something warm and comforting.
This moist, flavorful bread skips the excess butter and refined sugar found in traditional recipes. Instead, it utilizes the natural sweetness of honey or maple syrup, combined with the rich, earthy taste of pumpkin. You’ll love how simple it is to make — ideal for breakfast, a snack, or even a healthy dessert that keeps your heart happy.
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Ingredients:
Dry Ingredients:
1 ½ cups whole wheat flour
½ cup rolled oats
1 tsp baking soda
½ tsp baking powder
1 tsp cinnamon
½ tsp nutmeg
¼ tsp salt
Wet Ingredients:
1 cup 100% pure pumpkin puree (not pie filling)
⅓ cup olive oil or avocado oil
⅓ cup honey or pure maple syrup
2 large eggs
¼ cup unsweetened applesauce
1 tsp vanilla extract
Optional Add-ins:
¼ cup chopped walnuts or pecans (for added heart-healthy fats)
2 tbsp chia seeds or flaxseeds
Instructions:
- Preheat and prepare:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
- Mix dry ingredients:
In a large bowl, whisk together whole wheat flour, oats, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Set aside.
- Combine wet ingredients:
In a separate bowl, whisk together pumpkin puree, olive oil, honey (or maple syrup), eggs, applesauce, and vanilla extract until smooth and well combined.
- Combine and fold:
Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients. Stir until just combined — do not overmix. Gently fold in nuts or seeds if using.
- Bake:
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Bake for 45–50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool and serve:
Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Why This Recipe Supports Your Health
This Pumpkin Bread is a heart-healthy twist on a classic comfort treat. Pumpkin is naturally rich in potassium, fiber, and beta-carotene, which help reduce blood pressure, lower LDL (“bad”) cholesterol, and protect against oxidative stress. The olive oil provides monounsaturated fats that support healthy cholesterol levels, while oats and whole wheat flour offer soluble fiber that further benefits heart and digestive health.
By cutting back on refined sugar and incorporating natural sweeteners, this recipe helps prevent unwanted spikes in blood sugar, making it a balanced option for those with heart concerns. The addition of nuts or seeds gives a boost of omega-3 fatty acids — another key nutrient for cardiovascular function. Together, these ingredients create a nourishing and guilt-free way to enjoy a soft, flavorful loaf that truly loves your heart back.
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