Turkey Free Seeded Whole Grain Loaf

Total time1 hr 30 min

Prep time15 min

Cook time55 min

4.6

(13)

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 nutty, wholesome flavor that store-bought loaves simply can't match. A touch of turmeric and black pepper gives the crumb a warm, golden hue and a subtle depth that makes it feel a little more special than your average sandwich bread. Unsweetened applesauce and olive oil keep things moist without weighing the loaf down, while apple cider vinegar helps the whole thing lift and set beautifully. The batter comes together in one bowl, rests for just a few minutes so the seeds can do their thing, and then goes straight into the oven — no kneading, no proofing, no fuss. Patience during the cooling step is the only real trick here; give it at least 15 minutes on the rack and you'll be rewarded with clean slices and a perfectly set crumb. Whether you're toasting it for breakfast or layering it up for lunch, this loaf is as satisfying to make as it is to eat.

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Ingredients

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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