Low-Glycemic Spiced Pumpkin & Almond Bread
⏱️ 65 minutes👥 12 slices servings❤️ Taste: 7/10
Nutrition Facts
Calories
245
Protein
9g
Carbs
12g
Fiber
8g
Health Benefits
Gut Health8/10
Anti-Inflammatory9/10
Blood Sugar Control9/10
Ingredients
- •• 1½ cups almond flour (low-glycemic alternative)
- •• ½ cup coconut flour (high fiber, low carb)
- •• 1 cup pumpkin puree
- •• 3 large eggs
- •• ¼ cup monk fruit sweetener (zero glycemic impact)
- •• 2 tbsp MCT oil
- •• 1 tsp vanilla extract
- •• 2 tsp cinnamon
- •• 1 tsp ginger
- •• ½ tsp nutmeg
- •• ¼ tsp cloves
- •• 2 tsp baking powder
- •• ½ tsp salt
- •• ¼ cup ground flaxseed (omega-3s, fiber)
- •• ¼ cup chopped pecans
Instructions
- 11. Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a loaf pan with parchment.
- 22. Mix dry ingredients in large bowl.
- 33. Whisk wet ingredients in separate bowl.
- 44. Combine wet and dry ingredients until smooth.
- 55. Fold in pecans.
- 66. Pour into pan, smooth top.
- 77. Bake 45-50 minutes until toothpick comes clean.
- 88. Cool completely before slicing.
Smart Substitutions
• All-purpose flour→Almond/coconut flour blend
Reduces carb impact by 75%, adds healthy fats and fiber
💡 80% reduction
• Sugar→Monk fruit sweetener
Eliminates glucose spike while maintaining sweetness
💡 No spike
• Vegetable oil→MCT oil
Supports ketone production and stable energy
💡 Lower GI