
This hearty, seed-packed loaf is the kind of bread that earns a permanent spot in your weekly rotation. Built on oat flour and loaded with sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds, chia, and flaxseed, every slice delivers serious texture and a satisfying nuttiness that makes plain sandwich bread feel like a distant memory. A touch of turmeric and black pepper gives the crumb a warm, golden hue and a subtle depth that sets it apart from anything you'd pull off a grocery store shelf. The batter comes together in two bowls — no mixer, no kneading, no fuss — and a short rest before baking lets the seeds do their thing and firm everything up beautifully. Applesauce and olive oil keep the loaf moist without weighing it down, while apple cider vinegar works with the leaveners to give it a gentle lift. It's naturally free from any animal proteins beyond eggs, so there's zero concern about hidden meat-derived ingredients that can sneak into packaged breads. Let it cool fully before slicing and you'll be rewarded with a clean, sturdy crumb that holds up to toppings, toasting, or just eating straight off the rack.
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9x5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the long sides to use as handles.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the oat flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, turmeric, and black pepper until evenly combined. Stir in the sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds, ground flaxseed, and chia seeds.
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