Citric Acid Free Seeded Whole Grain Loaf
Hearty, golden, and packed with texture, this seeded whole grain loaf is the kind of bread that makes you feel genuinely good about what you're eating. Every slice is loaded with sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds, chia, and flaxseed, giving you that satisfying crunch and nutty depth that store-bought loaves rarely deliver. For anyone navigating a citric acid sensitivity, finding a safe packaged bread can feel like a minefield — preservatives and additives hide in the most unexpected places. This one is baked entirely from scratch with straightforward, whole-food ingredients, so you know exactly what's going in. The apple cider vinegar provides just enough lift alongside the baking soda without any citric acid in sight, and the unsweetened applesauce keeps the crumb moist without relying on anything processed. A touch of turmeric and black pepper adds a subtle warmth that makes this loaf taste far more complex than the short ingredient list suggests. Let it cool fully before slicing and you'll be rewarded with clean, sturdy slices that hold up beautifully to toppings or eat just as well on their own.
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12 servings
For the bread
- 1 ½ cups oat flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp fine sea salt
- ½ tsp ground turmeric
- ¼ tsp ground black pepper
- ½ cup raw sunflower seeds
- ½ cup raw pumpkin seeds
- 3 tbsp ground flaxseed
- 2 tbsp chia seeds
- 3 large eggs
- ½ cup unsweetened applesauce
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
For topping
- 2 tbsp mixed seeds (sesame, hemp, or additional sunflower), for topping (optional)
Instructions
- 1
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.
- 2
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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