A recipe for the best Gluten-Free Pumpkin Bread that's vegan, allergy-free, and so easy to make! The classic Fall quick bread made healthy in one-bowl, packed with pumpkin, warming spices, and simple ingredients, super moist and soft, even sugar-free! Slice it up for breakfast, dessert, or a cozy autumn snack!
Imagine biting into a soft, cozy, pumpkin pillow. THAT is what eating THIS gluten-free pumpkin bread is like! I'm going to go so far as to say this is the very best pumpkin bread. It's gluten-free, vegan, allergy-free, and sugar-free but this pumpkin loaf is going to be a hit with everyone who's lucky enough to try a slice! When it's pumpkin season you're under obligation to make a loaf of pumpkin bread. Of course, there's no beating the classic. Simple, humble, and packed with pumpkin perfection!
How to make Gluten-Free Pumpkin Bread
Sometimes the easiest recipes are the best recipes! No crazy ingredients, no complicated techniques. A quick mix of the ingredients in one bowl, pour it in a loaf pan, and bake, baby, bake!
Ingredients you need:
- Brown Rice Flour
- Gluten-Free All-Purpose Flour
- Baking Powder
- PUMPKIN
- Flax Eggs
- Sweetener (Sugar-Free Brown and Granulated)
- Vanilla Extract
- Cinnamon, Ginger, Allspice
You don't need any liquid for this quick bread! The pumpkin and flax eggs provide the right amount of moisture and yield a perfectly soft, tender crumb! Pure pumpkin magic!
Test for doneness
When it comes to gluten-free and vegan baked goods, the best way to test for doneness is the toothpick test. As long as the toothpick comes out "mostly" clean, the baked good should be done. This pumpkin quick bread is super moist, so the toothpick will never be completely clean, but as long as there aren't globs of batter sticking to the "test stick", your loaf is good! If not, let it bake for another 5 minutes and repeat the test!
Is Pumpkin Bread healthy?
This pumpkin bread is not only free from any major food allergens, but it's also super nutritious!
- Gluten-Free
- Vegan
- Allergy-free (Dairy-Free, Soy-Free, Egg-Free, Nut-Free, Peanut-Free, Wheat-Free, Sesame-Free, Coconut-Free, Corn-Free)
- Oil-Free
- Sugar-Free
- Kid-Friendly (always gets bonus points!)
What are the benefits of pumpkin?
Pumpkin is loaded with all the good vitamins and minerals. 100% pure pumpkin in a can is just as nutritious as fresh, so don't worry about that! (How can you pass up the 86ยข cans from Walmart?) This is NOT canned pumpkin pie filling though! Always check the wording on the can before you throw it in your cart! Pure pumpkin has only about 40 calories in half a cup of puree, it's fat-free and only 10g of carbs. Pumpkin is great for boosting your immune system, eye health, skin, blood pressure, and reducing cancer risks! It's packed with:
- Vitamin K
- Vitamin C
- Beta-Carotene (Vitamin A)
- Vitamin E
- Folate
- Iron
- Potassium
- Plenty of antioxidants, minerals, and fiber!
Is pumpkin a fruit or vegetables?
Take a guess, I'll wait.....FRUIT! Technically all squashes are fruits because then contain SEEDS! Always remember this rule of thumb. If it contains seeds, it's a fruit.
How about add-ins?
I made this recipe for the sole purpose of having a clean, simple, classic pumpkin bread, BUT, If you want to take your pumpkin bread up a notch feel free to get wild with additional ingredients! Here are some ideas:
- Chocolate Chips
- Dried Fruits (like raisins)
- Nuts or Seeds (pecans or walnuts are great if you're not nut-free! Pumpkin seeds (pepitas) are great for mixing into the batter or sprinkling on top!)
- Frosting or Glaze for spreading or drizzling on top (if you want a more "dessert" loaf!)
Perfect Fall breakfast or healthier dessert
Spread on some vegan butter, cream cheese, nut/seed butter and you have a fantastic treat with your morning cup 'o joe! It's great as an afternoon snack, or a not-too-sweet and healthier dessert while you're cuddled up in front of the fireplace (dreams!) It's perfect eating warm or cold, whatever vibes you're feeling!
Starbucks Pumpkin Bread
Starbucks pumpkin is not gluten-free, it also contains soy, eggs, peanut oil, but surprisingly not dairy! So many celiacs lament not being able to grab a seasonal slice with their PSL, but no worries! This loaf is 100% better (and healthier!). Stud the top of the unbaked loaf with pepitas and you'll have a homemade copycat Starbucks pumpkin bread!
Storing, Freezing, Reheating
After you've baked your perfect pumpkin bread, allow it to cool completely on a wire rack before storing the entire loaf in an airtight container. It can be kept in the fridge or at room temperature for about 4-6 days. If you'd like to freeze the loaf, slice it up first, wrap each slice individually in wax paper or foil, then store them together in a big Ziploc bag or freezer container. To reheat, just take out the slices you want and allow them to thaw in the fridge or give it quick heating in the microwave or toaster oven!
More quick bread recipes:
- Apple Pie Quick Bread
- Blood Orange Quick Bread
- Pumpkin Zucchini Bread
- Tahini Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Bread
- Grain-Free Butternut Squash Bread
Gluten-Free Pumpkin Bread
Gluten-Free Pumpkin Bread (Vegan, Allergy-Free)
A recipe for the best Gluten-Free Pumpkin Bread that's vegan, allergy-free, and so easy to make! The classic Fall quick bread made healthy in one-bowl, packed with pumpkin, warming spices, and simple ingredients, super moist and soft, even sugar-free! Slice it up for breakfast, dessert, or a cozy autumn snack!
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 1 8x4 Loaf 1x
- Category: Bread, Breakfast, Snack, Dessert
- Method: Bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- 1 Cup Brown Rice Flour
- 1 Cup Gluten-Free All-Purpose Flour
- 2 Tsp Baking Powder
- 1 Tsp Cinnamon
- 1 Tsp Ground Ginger
- ยฝ Tsp Ground Allspice
- 1 ยผ Cup Pure Pumpkin Puree
- ยพ Cup Granulated Erythritol (or preferred granulated sweetener)
- ยผ Cup Brown Sugar-Style Erythritol (or preferred drank brown sugar)
- 2 Prepared Flax Egg (2 TB Milled Flax Seed + 4 TB Water)
- ยฝ Tsp Pure Madagascar Bourbon Vanilla Extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375ยฐF.
- Mix together the flax eggs and set them aside to gel while you prep the rest of the batter.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the flours, baking powder together, spices, and whisk together.
- Add the pumpkin, flax eggs, both sweeteners, and vanilla (and any optional add-ins).
- Mix everything together until a uniform, thick, wet batter is formed.
- Pour the batter into a greased 8x4 standard loaf pan and smooth out the top.
- Bake the loaf in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes (until a toothpick comes out mostly clean).
- Remove the loaf from the oven, let it cool slightly, before turning the loaf out of the pan and allowing it to completly cool on a wire rack before storing.
Notes
*You can use all gluten-free all-purpose flour if you need to.
**This loaf makes 8 slices.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Slice
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If you're like me and mourn the end of summer, cry over the cold weather, and need to bake ALL the things to get through fall and winter...a loaf of cozy quick bread is just the recipe you need! Make it pumpkin and at least we can "look like" we enjoy fall!
So tell me:
+ What's your favorite thing to bake in the fall?
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Pam
I have made this twice and it came out moist and delicious both times. I followed the recipe exactly.
★★★★★
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
So glad to hear that!
Lori
Iโve made this for my family. It was loved by our boys that are usually skeptical of anything gluten free ! (ages 9-15)
★★★★★
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
I am SO glad to hear that! So moist and pumpkiny, right?
Miz Helen
This was such a great pumpkin bread! It came out perfect!
★★★★★
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
So glad you enjoyed!
Cheryl
Hi, I love everything pumpkin! I'm not gluten intolerant, I don't have food allergies and I'm not a vegan, but this pumpkin bread looks great! Hopefully I'll get around to making it while we've got all these lovely pumpkins in the markets! Thank you for this recipe! Have a great week! ๐
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
A delicious recipe is a recipe for everyone.
Johanna Chick
I'm always on the lookout for gluten-free recipes and this looks SO good! I'm glad to have stumbled upon you, I will be trying this recipe out for sure!
Have a wonderful weekend!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Awesome, hope you enjoy!
Toni
This is calling my name! Looks so good!
★★★★★
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Thanks!
ainsley
Yum! I'm going to surprise my mom with this for Thanksgiving!!!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
I know she'll enjoy!
Caroline
That pumpkin bread looks delicious!
★★★★★
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Thank you, Caroline.
Adriane
Oh my goodness does this look so tasty! I've never used brown rice flour before. Loving the ingredients and those pictures do make it look like a comfy pillow. LOL! YUM!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
You can use all GF all-purpose if you must.
Sophie Anderson
I know for sure this bread would be a huge hit in my house!
★★★★★
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
I know it will!
Julie
I pinned this so I'll have it later. This looks like a great recipe. I love pumpkin bread.
★★★★★
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Awesome, enjoy!
True
A soft, cozy pumpkin pillow??? I'm sold!! This looks so yummy; I'm definitely pinning it to try maybe next weekend!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Haha, yes! Hope you enjoy!
Rebecca
What a great idea to freeze slices for later!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Quick breads are great for freezing!
Cindy
Definitely trying this recipe this week! I appreciate the vegan AND gluten free recipe.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Everyone needs a perfect pumpkin bread!
Nadalie Bardo
I just had a loaf of gluten free pumpkin bread from the market. And I literally just said I need to make some!
★★★★★
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Yes!! Give it that homemade touch (plus it makes your house smell divine while baking!)
Molly
Yum, yum, YUM. I love pumpkin bread in the fall--can't wait to give this recipe a try!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
It's a must!
Rachel
I am gluten free and I just miss baked goods so much. I am going to make this!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Enjoy.
Sam
This sounds delicious and a great way to use pumpkin
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Sure.
roxy
So YUM! I am not gluten intolerant but still like to cook certain foods (like heavy breads) without it! This recipe will be perfect for a party I'm having right around Halloween.
★★★★★
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
That doesn't make sense, but a good quick bread recipe can be made and eaten by anyone.
Christa
My favorite fall treat is anything with pumpkin. Lol. I love it all! I canโt wait to try this yummy recipe.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
The #1 for fall baking!
Amanda
Yummy! I need to make some pumpkin bread!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Everyone needs to be baking a loaf!
Kileen
This looks so yummy! I am definitely going to make these this season! What a perfect recipe for the Fall season!! You can never have too many recipes and I will add this to the list!!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Alright.
Kelsie
YUM! I love a good, allergy-friendly recipe!! (especially when it's delicious and pumpkin)!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Perfect seasonal bake!
Dorothy Reinhold
I am going to need a great big slice of this! It looks so moist and delicious!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Super moist and so soft!
Sharon
I am behind all things pumpkin, especially this delicious looking gluten-free pumpkin bread.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Time to get on the seasonal bandwagon!
Tina Barnes
Oooh this pumpkin bread looks soooo yummy! I love that it only has a few ingredients and it's healthy. Hahaha it feels so weird to call pumpkin a fruit.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
O but it is! Way too sweet to be a veggie, anyway!
Jordan | Read. Eat. Repeat.
Ooooh yum! 'Tis the season for pumpkin bread, and yours looks so soft and delicious!
★★★★★
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
An essential to bake in the fall!
Mariah
I love bread season! Pumpkin, zucchini, all the bread!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
You'll love my other pumpkin zucchini bread then!
Jimmy
Makes me hungry just thinking about it.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Get baking!