I’m in love with this healthy paleo pumpkin bread, and I hope you’ll fall for it too! It took me six tests to get the recipe just right, but it was well worth it—the pumpkin bread is ultra tender with an irresistible pumpkin pie flavor. You would never know it’s grain free and naturally sweetened! Best of all, the bread is a cinch to make (don’t miss my step-by-step video below).

Healthy pumpkin bread recipe
As soon as temperatures start to drop, all I want to do is BAKE. This paleo pumpkin bread is everything I love about fall. It’s laced with warming spices, it’ll make your house smell amazing, and it tastes just like the classic versions you grew up with but is far more nutritious.

Made with just almond flour, pumpkin puree, coconut sugar, arrowroot powder (or cornstarch) and spices, it’s a naturally sweetened loaf that’s high in protein and fiber. It’s perfect for breakfasts and snacks (and I’ve also been known to savor a slice for dessert ?).

Gluten free paleo pumpkin bread
The recipe was adapted from my paleo banana bread, which we make almost weekly. This pumpkin bread is equally as moist and tender (and just as easy to make!). It uses almond flour as its base, giving it an ultra tender texture without the need for any added oil.

Easy low sugar pumpkin bread
This paleo pumpkin bread recipe is lightly sweetened with natural coconut sugar (you can use maple sugar or regular sugar, if you prefer). It’s a not-too-sweet bread that still tastes like the classic butter- and sugar-laden loafs I grew up with.

How to make this recipe:
You don’t need any special equipment to make this healthy pumpkin bread, just two bowls and a whisk. The batter comes together quickly, and the bread bakes in under an hour.
- Whisk together pumpkin puree, coconut sugar, spices, vanilla and eggs.
- In a separate bowl, combine almond flour, arrowroot powder (or you can use cornstarch) and baking powder. Whisk the dry ingredients into the pumpkin mixture.
- Stir in chopped pecans or walnuts (the nuts are optional!).
- Transfer the batter to a 9×5-inch loaf pan and bake in a 350˚F for 45-50 minutes.


Healthy pumpkin bread with chocolate chips
For an extra treat, feel free to stir chocolate chips or chopped dark chocolate into the pumpkin bread batter before baking!
How do you serve this bread?
This bread is delicious enough to serve just as it is. Pair it with a cup of coffee or tea, or pack it for snacks on the go. To take the bread over-the-top, smear it with good quality salted butter (oooh my goodness, it’s heaven! ?).

FAQ
Yes! This pumpkin bread can be stored at room temperature for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months. Slice the bread and freeze it between pieces of parchment paper or wax paper for easy breakfasts and snacks.
Absolutely. If you have fresh pumpkin puree on hand, go ahead and use it.
Ground cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger and cloves give this healthy pumpkin bread a classic pumpkin pie flavor.

Tips for making gluten free pumpkin bread:
- I always recommend using an inexpensive kitchen scale when baking, especially when using gluten free flours. It’s much more accurate and it’s also easier (however, cup measurements are included!).
- That being said, I don’t include a weight measurement for the pumpkin puree, as I’ve found that different brands vary widely in weight. However, 1 cup works for all store-bought brands or for fresh pumpkin puree.
- You’ll need a 9×5-inch loaf pan for this bread.
- You can use maple sugar in place of the coconut sugar, or you can use regular granulated sugar (if you use regular sugar, cut back the quantity to 1/2 cup total).
- If you like this pumpkin bread you’ll want to try this healthy banana bread this healthy carrot cake!
Leftover pumpkin? Here are other pumpkin recipes to try:
- Pumpkin Oat Breakfast Cookies
- Crustless Pumpkin Pie Custards
- Pumpkin Pound Cake (Gluten Free Option)
- Gluten Free Pumpkin Cheesecake Brownies
Other recipes you might like:
- Slow Cooker Pulled Pork
- Healthy, Creamy Vegetable Potage Soup
- Best Beef Chili
- Easy Sweet Potato Souffle
- Mexican White Bean Chicken Soup
- Creamy Grits
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Healthy Pumpkin Bread (Paleo & Gluten Free!)
Ingredients
- Cooking spray or oil, for pan
- 1 cup pumpkin puree (canned or fresh)
- 1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon (98 g) packed coconut sugar
- 1 1/4 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 3/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups (220 g) almond flour
- 2 tablespoons (20 g) arrowroot powder or cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/3 cup plus 2 tablespoons chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350˚F (175˚F C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan. Line the pan crosswise with a piece of parchment paper that extends a couple inches over the sides (this will allow you to easily pull the cooked loaf out of the pan later).
- In a large bowl, combine the pumpkin, coconut sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, cloves, vanilla, salt and eggs. Whisk until smooth.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the almond flour, arrowroot powder and baking powder. Use your fingers to break up any lumps of almond flour. Pour the dry ingredients over the pumpkin mixture and whisk until evenly incorporated (don’t over-mix). Stir in 1/3 cup chopped pecans, if using.
- Scrape the batter into the loaf pan and spread it in an even layer. Sprinkle the top with the remaining 2 tablespoons of chopped pecans (if using). Bake until golden brown on top (it will crack), about 45-50 minutes (it takes 47 minutes in my oven). Place the pan on a wire rack and let it cool for 10 minutes.
- Run a small knife along the edges of the loaf pan, then use the parchment handles to remove the bread from the pan. Let the bread cool completely on a rack (it’s important that it cools completely before slicing for the best texture and flavor!).
- Slice the pumpkin bread and serve it on its own or with softened butter. Swoon!
Notes
- I always recommend using an inexpensive kitchen scale when baking, especially when using gluten free flours. It’s much more accurate and it’s also easier (however, cup measurements are included!).
- That being said, I don’t include a weight measurement for the pumpkin puree, as I’ve found that different brands vary widely in weight. However, 1 cup works for all store-bought brands or for fresh pumpkin puree.
- You’ll need a 9×5-inch loaf pan for this bread.
- You can use maple sugar in place of the coconut sugar, or you can use regular granulated sugar (if you use regular sugar, cut back the quantity to 1/2 cup total).
- If you like this pumpkin bread you’ll want to try this healthy banana bread this healthy carrot cake!
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Our family loved this healthy pumpkin bread. My mom was so happy that it was only sweetened with coconut sugar!
It was SO moist! And filled with all of the fall spices. It made us feel warm inside and out.
We literally ate this in one afternoon!
This will definitely be made again!
Thank you!
-Raine
Hi Raine, it’s great to hear from you! I’m so glad you all liked the bread (it never lasts for more than a day in my house either ;). Happy baking!
Wow! This is the best paleo pumpkin bread that I tried that I made and enjoyed. Definitely will be making this again. Thank you for sharing.
Hooray! I’m so happy to hear this. 🙂 You might also like this paleo banana bread. Happy baking!