
Hearty, nutty, and packed with texture, this seeded whole grain loaf is the kind of bread that makes you feel genuinely good about every slice. Sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds, chia, and flaxseed are folded right into the batter, so every bite delivers crunch and substance without needing any gums or additives to hold things together. That's the real win here — the chia seeds and ground flaxseed do the structural heavy lifting naturally, binding the loaf as they absorb moisture during that short rest before baking. Oat flour keeps the crumb tender while applesauce and olive oil add just enough moisture to balance the dense seed load. A touch of turmeric and black pepper give the loaf a subtle warmth that makes it taste far more complex than the ingredient list might suggest. It slices beautifully once cooled and holds up well for toast, open-faced toppings, or eating straight off the cutting board with a drizzle of olive oil.
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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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