Skinny Pumpkin Bread | Healthy Low Calorie Pumpkin Bread Recipe (2024)

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Want all the fall flavor with none of the guilt? This delicious skinny pumpkin bread is so moist & amazing–you’ll never believe it is only 125 calories per slice!

There is just something about fall.

Come September I am ready for boots and sweaters and a whole lot of coziness. I crave maple syrup and hot apple cider and soup of all kinds.

And pumpkin. Oh, how I crave pumpkin!

This year, since I am still *trying* to be good, I thought I would forgo my favorite Starbucks Pumpkin Loaf for a skinnier, healthier version. My expectations weren’t actually that high, but it was a fun Saturday project for the girls and I, and amazingly enough, our skinny pumpkin bread was incredible! Moist, delicious, with awesome texture and flavor and only 125 calories per slice (at 12 slices per loaf). What more could you want?

Skinny Pumpkin Bread

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Here is what you need:

6 cups whole wheat flour
1 tablespoon baking soda
1 tablespoon baking powder
2 teaspoons salt
1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon
1 teaspoon nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
5 eggs
2 cups sugar
1 1/2 cups very ripe banana, mashed
1 tablespoon vanilla
2/3 cup coconut oil
1 1/3 cups Unsweetened Silk Almond Milk
2 cans pumpkin

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Step 1: Mix flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and spices in large bowl; set aside.

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Step 2: Beat eggs & sugar on low until mixed, then on high for 30 seconds.

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Step 3: Add banana, vanilla, coconut oil, and Silk Unsweetened Almond Milk. Blend for one minute. In a pinch the sweetened almond milk will work too, it will just make the bread slightly sweeter and slightly higher in calories. (The unsweetened almond milk contains only 30 calories per cup!)

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Step 4: Add 2 cans pumpkin; mix until blended.

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Step 5: With mixer on low, slowly add flour mixture to wet ingredients.

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Step 6: Blend until mixed well, but do not over stir!

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Step 7: Grease or spray 4 loaf pans with cooking spray. (I like the size of the disposable ones, which I wash and reuse every time. ) Divide the batter into the four pans. Tap each one gently on counter to remove air bubbles.

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Step 8: Bake at 350 degrees for 45-50 minutes, until knife inserted in the middle of the loaf comes out clean. Let cool on wire rack for 10 minutes, then remove from pan and let cool completely. Makes 4 loaves.

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Skinny Pumpkin Bread

So moist & delicious and full of pumpkin flavor...you'll never believe it has only 125 calories per slice!

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Keyword Skinny Pumpkin Bread

Prep Time 20 minutes

Cook Time 50 minutes

Cooling Time 10 minutes

Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes

Ingredients

  • 6 cups whole wheat flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking soda
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 5 eggs
  • 2 cups sugar
  • 1 1/2 cups very ripe banana mashed
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla
  • 2/3 cup coconut oil
  • 1 1/3 cups Unsweetened Silk Almond Milk
  • 2 cans pumpkin

Instructions

  1. Mix flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and spices in large bowl; set aside.

  2. Beat eggs & sugar on low until mixed, then on high for 30 seconds.

  3. Add banana, vanilla, coconut oil, and Silk Almond Milk. Blend for 30-60 seconds.

  4. Add 2 cans pumpkin; mix until blended.

  5. With mixer on low, slowly add flour mixture to wet ingredients. Blend until mixed well, but do not over stir!

  6. Grease or spray 4 loaf pans with cooking spray. (I like the size of the disposable ones, which I wash and reuse every time. ) Divide the batter into the four pans. Tap each one gently on counter to remove air bubbles.

  7. Bake at 350 degrees for 45-50 minutes, until knife inserted in the middle of the loaf comes out clean. Let cool on wire rack for 10 minutes, then remove from pan and let cool completely.

Recipe Notes

Recipe makes 4 loaves.

Want a less “skinny” version? Try our easy pumpkin bread recipe!

Other pumpkin recipes you have to try:

  • 5 Ingredient Pumpkin Muffins
  • Easy Pumpkin Spice Cookie Dip
  • Pumpkin Waffles
  • Easy 5 Ingredient Pumpkin Pie
  • Pumpkin Sandwich Cookies with Maple Cream Cheese Icing
  • Pumpkin Bread French Toast

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FAQs

How many calories does 1 slice of pumpkin bread have? ›

So here's the thing, I was looking at nutritional information for regular, full-calorie pumpkin bread and it averages about 179 calories per slice.

What happens if you put too much pumpkin in pumpkin bread? ›

You might think you could overcome the lack of flavor by adding more pumpkin purée to your recipe, but you'd be mistaken: By the time you've added enough purée to taste it, your baked good would have a soggy texture on account of all that moisture.

Is pumpkin bread good or bad for you? ›

Pumpkin bread is the perfect food to have on hand morning, noon, or night. Since it contains ingredients that pack a nutritional punch it is delicious anytime of the day. Starting out the day with nut butter spread on a slice provides some satiating protein and fiber.

Why is my pumpkin bread not moist? ›

Try cutting the amount of flour, or adding more milk. It's also possible your oven was too hot, or you baked the pumpkin bread for too long. Try reducing the oven temperature and cutting the baking time.

How many calories are in 2 slices of Pumpkin Bread? ›

There are 358 calories in 2 slices of Pumpkin Bread.

Is pumpkin high or low in calories? ›

Pumpkin is considered a nutrient-dense food. That means it's incredibly low in calories despite being packed with nutrients. In fact, pumpkin clocks in at under 50 calories per cup (245 grams) and consists of about 94% of water (2).

What happens if you use too much baking soda in pumpkin bread? ›

Here's what could happen if you use too much baking soda: Bitter Taste: Excessive baking soda can leave a bitter taste in the bread. Baking soda is alkaline, and an excessive amount of it can result in an unpleasant flavor. Unpleasant Texture: Too much baking soda can lead to a coarse and crumbly texture in the bread.

What are the side effects of too much pumpkin? ›

When taken by mouth: Pumpkin is likely safe when eaten in foods. It is possibly safe to take pumpkin seed or pumpkin seed oil in medicinal amounts. Side effects from pumpkin products are rare, but might include stomach discomfort, diarrhea, and nausea.

What happens if you don't put baking soda in pumpkin bread? ›

Baking soda is a leavening agent. It creates air bubbles (technically, carbon dioxide) in your batter, when heated. Without it, your baked goods will not rise to the desired levels and the airy texture you're looking for will be adversely affected.

What is the healthiest bread I can eat? ›

Here are our top 7 choices for wholesome, nutrient-dense breads.
  1. Sprouted whole grain. Sprouted bread is made from whole grains that have started to sprout from exposure to heat and moisture. ...
  2. Sourdough. ...
  3. 100% whole wheat. ...
  4. Oat bread. ...
  5. Flax bread. ...
  6. 100% sprouted rye bread. ...
  7. Healthy gluten-free bread.

Is it safe to eat pumpkin everyday? ›

It is safe and healthy to eat pumpkin every day, but Campbell suggests sticking to only one serving per day—about half a cup of canned pumpkin and one cup of raw pumpkin – for a couple reasons. “Although pumpkins are great for you, they do contain a good amount of fiber,” says Menshulam.

How do you know when pumpkin bread is done baking? ›

So, to know when pumpkin bread is done, look for the crack on the top of the bread, which is a tell-tale sign it's either done or close to being done. Then stick a skewer or toothpick into the center of the bread. If it comes out clean, it's ready to come out of the oven.

Why is my pumpkin bread so heavy? ›

Pumpkin bread can become dense if there is not enough hydration or wet ingredients in the recipe. Another cause is overcooking the bread which can cause it to dry out. Remember, it's always easy to keep cooking if it isn't done but impossible to take cooking time back.

Why did my pumpkin bread come out gummy? ›

If your pumpkin spice bread is gummy or undercooked in the center, it's typically because it either 1) needed more time to bake in the oven or 2) the batter was too wet, which led the bread to collapse in on itself a bit (this happens if you measure ingredients by volume, rather than by weight: it's easy to ...

How many slices of bread is 200 calories? ›

Two slices of white bread typically provide around 150-200 calories and are primarily composed of carbohydrates with minimal protein and fat content. While white bread can be part of a balanced diet, it's important to consider its nutritional value and impact on blood sugar levels.

How many calories are in a single slice of bread? ›

Calories. A single slice of commercially prepared whole wheat bread provides roughly 82 calories. Commercially prepared white bread is slightly lower in calories (about 75 calories per slice).

How many carbs in a slice of homemade pumpkin bread? ›

Nutrition Information
NutrientsAmount
Sodium172 mg
Carbohydrates20 g
Dietary Fiber1 g
Total Sugars10 g
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How many slices of bread is 100 calories? ›

A typical slice of store-brought bread has about 100 to 110 calories. It's tough to find low calorie bread that's 40 calories or less per slice, so it's reasonable to opt for a lower calorie bread with around 60 calories per slice. The 2020-2025 dietary guidelines for Americans recommend making half your grains whole.

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