Walnut Free Seeded Whole Grain Loaf

Total time1 hr 30 min

Prep time15 min

Cook time55 min

4.6

(13)

Hearty, golden, and packed with texture, this whole grain loaf is the kind of bread that makes you feel genuinely good about what you're eating. Sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds, chia, and flaxseed give every slice a satisfying crunch and a serious nutritional punch — no walnuts or tree nuts anywhere in the mix. The base is oat flour, which keeps things naturally wholesome, while applesauce and olive oil work together to keep the crumb moist without feeling heavy. A touch of turmeric and black pepper adds a subtle warmth that makes this loaf taste far more interesting than your average sandwich bread. The batter comes together in two bowls and bakes up beautifully with a deep golden crust that looks as impressive as it tastes. Letting it cool fully before slicing is the one step you really don't want to skip — the crumb sets as it cools and rewards your patience with clean, sturdy slices. Whether you're toasting it for breakfast or layering it with your favorite spreads, this is the kind of loaf you'll want to keep on rotation.

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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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