Sugar-Free Sunflower Seed Bread

Discover the wholesome goodness of Sugar-Free Sunflower Seed Bread, a hearty, nutrient-packed loaf that's perfect for health-conscious bakers. Made with a blend of whole wheat flour, coarsely ground sunflower seeds, and rolled oats, this bread balances earthiness with a tender crumb, thanks to unsweetened Greek yogurt and olive oil. Free from added sugars, this recipe is a guilt-free choice for anyone seeking a nutritious bread alternative. Garnished with optional chia seeds for an extra boost of texture and omega-3s, this loaf bakes to golden perfection in just 45 minutes. Enjoy it sliced fresh, toasted with your favorite spread, or as a wholesome base for sandwiches. Ideal for meal prepping or freezing for later, this versatile bread will be a staple in your kitchen!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 200 grams Sunflower seeds
• 300 grams Whole wheat flour
• 50 grams Rolled oats
• 2 teaspoons Baking powder
• 1 teaspoon Baking soda
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 240 grams Plain Greek yogurt (unsweetened)
• 2 large Eggs
• 120 milliliters Water
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 tablespoon Chia seeds (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a standard loaf pan with parchment paper to make removing the bread easier after baking.

Step 2

In a large bowl, mix the whole wheat flour, rolled oats, baking powder, baking soda, and salt together. Stir well to combine.

Step 3

In a food processor, pulse the sunflower seeds just until they reach a coarse meal-like consistency. Be careful not to over-process into sunflower seed butter. Add this to the dry mixture and stir to combine.

Step 4

In a separate medium-sized bowl, whisk together the plain Greek yogurt, eggs, olive oil, and water until smooth.

Step 5

Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl of dry ingredients and mix gently until a dough forms. Do not overmix; just stir until all ingredients are incorporated.

Step 6

Transfer the dough into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. Optionally, sprinkle chia seeds or additional sunflower seeds over the top for garnish.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes or until the bread is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 8

Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then carefully transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Step 9

Serve the bread sliced, toasted, or as a base for sandwiches. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days at room temperature, or freeze slices for longer storage.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1071.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2999.2

Total Fat 150.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 20.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 68.5g
Cholesterol 380.0mg	0%
Sodium 4766.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 315.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 68.0g	0%
Total Sugars 13.7g
Protein 117.6g	0%

Vitamin D 82IU	0%
Calcium 572.1mg	0%
Iron 24.3mg	0%
Potassium 3565.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 44.0%

Protein: 15.2%

Carbs: 40.8%