This incredibly flavorful keto pumpkin bread is so easy to make. It's perfect for breakfast or a snack. My kids love it in their lunchboxes!
This bread also freezes well, so sometimes I make two loaves, keep one in the fridge, and freeze the other for later.
This bread is incredible. It is light and fluffy and so very flavorful. As it bakes, it fills your kitchen with the most intoxicating aroma of pumpkin and cinnamon.
It's one of my favorite breakfasts this time of year. I'm grateful it's so easy to make - simply mix everything in one bowl, transfer to the pan, and bake!
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Ingredients
You'll only need a few simple ingredients to make this bread. The exact measurements are included in the recipe card below. Here's an overview of what you'll need:
Eggs: I use large eggs in almost all of my recipes, this one included.
Canned pumpkin: Make sure you use pure pumpkin puree and not sweetened pumpkin pie filling!
Sweetener: I use stevia glycerite. You can use a granulated sweetener instead.
Vanilla extract: It's best to use pure vanilla extract.
Cinnamon: We use quite a bit of this spice, so ensure it's fresh.
Almond flour: I use blanched, super-fine almond flour. I don't recommend using a coarse almond meal in this recipe.
Kosher salt: If using fine salt, use just a pinch.
Baking soda: You can replace it with four teaspoons of baking powder (gluten-free if needed).
Variations
The best way to vary the basic recipe is to add ⅓ cup of chopped nuts to the batter - Lyn did that and graciously allowed me to post her photo here:
You can try pecans or walnuts - both work well. Another tasty option is to add ⅓ cup of dark chocolate chips to the batter.
Another change I sometimes make is using pumpkin pie spice instead of cinnamon. It makes the bread taste more like pumpkin pie!
Keto Pumpkin Bread Instructions
Scroll down to the recipe card for detailed instructions. Here are the basic steps for making this recipe:
In a medium bowl, using a hand whisk, whisk together the eggs, pumpkin puree, stevia, and vanilla. Add the cinnamon and whisk to combine.
Gradually add the almond flour, switching from a whisk to a rubber spatula as the batter thickens. Mix in the kosher salt and baking soda.
Using a rubber spatula, transfer the batter to a parchment-lined loaf pan. Smooth out the top. Bake the bread in a preheated 350°F oven until browned and set, and a toothpick inserted in its center comes out clean, about 40 minutes.
Remove the bread from the pan and transfer it to a wire rack. Cool it for 30 minutes, then slice and serve.
Look at the bread's lovely texture!
Expert Tips
- I bake this bread in a small loaf pan, measuring 8.5 X 4.5 inches, that I got on Amazon. You can use a standard 9 X 5-inch loaf pan, but your bread won't be as tall. The baking time won't be significantly affected, but it's best to start checking after 30 minutes.
- This bread is very moist. If this is a concern, add a tablespoon of coconut flour (add it with the almond flour) to absorb some of the moisture.
- Letting the bread rest for 30 minutes before slicing it is nonnegotiable. It will be too moist and fragile when fresh out of the oven.
Recipe FAQs
When I first created this recipe, I was determined to use the entire can of pumpkin puree, saving me (and you!) from the need to find a way to use the leftover puree.
But after making it many times, I slowly realized it was too moist with so much pumpkin in the batter. So now I make it with 1 cup of pumpkin, which leaves me with an unused ¾ cup.
What to do with the additional ¾ cup? Luckily, I have two recipes that use exactly this amount - keto pumpkin cheesecake and pumpkin cupcakes.
No, you can't. These flours are very different and behave differently in baked goods. Coconut flour is very drying and requires extra eggs and liquids. If you'd like a recipe that uses coconut flour, I recommend this recipe for keto pumpkin muffins.
You can, as long as you use well-greased foil liners to prevent sticking. Bake them for 15 minutes and check to see if they are done.
However, for the best results, I recommend this recipe for keto pumpkin muffins.
Serving Suggestions
This keto pumpkin bread is excellent on its own, and that's how I usually serve it. It's also delicious when topped with butter or almond butter.
Sometimes, I go all out and top it with keto hazelnut spread. It's delicious!
Storing Leftovers
After the bread is completely cool and sliced, you can store the slices in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
For longer storage, wrap each completely cooled slice in plastic wrap. Place the wrapped pieces in a freezer bag and store them in the freezer. To thaw, warm them gently in the microwave at 50% power.
More Keto Bread Recipes
Recipe Card
Keto Pumpkin Bread
Ingredients
- Avocado oil spray - for the pan
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup pure pumpkin puree
- 1 ½ teaspoon stevia glycerite - Equals ½ cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon - or 2 teaspoons of pumpkin pie spice
- 2 cups almond flour - blanched, superfine (8 ounces)
- ¼ teaspoon Diamond Crystal kosher salt - or a pinch of any other salt
- 1 teaspoon baking soda - or 1 tablespoon of baking powder (gluten-free if needed)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F. Line a small loaf pan (8.5 X 4.5 inches) with parchment paper with an overhang. Lightly spray the lined pan with oil. The overhang will make removing the baked bread from the pan easier.
- In a medium bowl, using a hand whisk, whisk the eggs, pumpkin puree, stevia, and vanilla. Add the cinnamon and whisk to combine.
- Gradually add the almond flour, switching from a whisk to a rubber spatula as the batter thickens. Mix in the kosher salt and baking soda.
- Using a rubber spatula, transfer the batter to the prepared pan. Smooth out the top.
- Bake the bread until browned and set, and a toothpick inserted in its center comes out clean, about 40 minutes.
- Using the excess parchment paper as handles, carefully remove the bread from the pan and transfer it to a wire rack. Carefully remove the parchment to allow air to circulate.
- Cool the bread for 30 minutes on the cooling rack. Letting the bread rest for at least 30 minutes before slicing it is nonnegotiable. It will be too moist and fragile when fresh out of the oven.
- Slice the bread into 10 slices and serve.
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Notes
- You can use ½ cup of a granulated sweetener such as Eryhtritol.
- Increase the sweetener to equal ¾ cup of sugar if you like your baked goods very sweet.
- I use Bob's Red Mill Super-Fine Almond Flour. One cup of this flour weighs 4 ounces, so 2 cups weigh 8 ounces. It's best to measure almond flour by weight rather than by volume.
- Occasionally, baking soda can cause a reaction in baked goods, resulting in an ammonia smell. If you're concerned about it happening, use 4 teaspoons of gluten-free baking powder instead of baking soda. Make sure the baking powder is fresh and not expired.
- A nice addition to the basic recipe is ⅓ cup of chopped nuts or dark chocolate chips.
- After the bread is completely cool and sliced, you can store the slices in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. For longer storage, wrap each completely cooled slice in plastic wrap. Place the wrapped pieces in a freezer bag and store them in the freezer. To thaw, warm them gently in the microwave at 50% power.
- This bread is very moist. If this is a concern, add a tablespoon of coconut flour (add it with the almond flour) to absorb some of the moisture.
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Vered DeLeeuw, LL.M., CNC, has been following a low-carb real-food diet and blogging about it since 2011. She's a Certified Nutrition Coach (NASM-CNC), has taken courses at the Harvard School of Public Health, and has earned a Nutrition and Healthy Living Certificate from Cornell University. Her work has appeared in several major media outlets, including Healthline, HuffPost, Today, Women's Health, Shape, and Country Living. 
Kim
I didn’t have enough monkfruit with erythritol to make this bread so I used 1/2 cup granulated sweetener instead and I subbed pumpkin pie spice for cinnamon. I also added no sugar chocolate chips and a small amount of walnuts. While the taste and texture were good, this pumpkin bread fell flat on sweetness. I think I would follow suggestions and make it sweeter next time.
Vered DeLeeuw
Thank you for the feedback, Kim!
Darene Staniszewski
This keto pumpkin bread is amazing! So moist! I gave a piece to my daughter and she’s keto also and she couldn’t believe it! Mouthwatering!
Vered DeLeeuw
I'm so glad you and your daughter enjoyed this bread, Darene!
sarah
Could I use 1/2 cup of pure maple syrup instead of the sweetener you used? Would the liquidity mess up the consistency?
Vered DeLeeuw
Hi Sarah, unfortunately, you are correct - the added liquid will be a problem. You can use a granulated sweetener but not a liquid one, except for a highly concentrated one like stevia.
Susan
Can i use regular flour in place of almond flour
Vered DeLeeuw
Hi Susan,
I only tested this recipe with almond flour.
Laura
Loved the texture of this bread! Very flavorful. I used a full tablespoon of pumpkin pie spice and 3/4 cup of erythritol. Mine needed 50 minutes in the oven.
Vered DeLeeuw
Glad you liked this bread, Laura! Thank you for leaving a comment.
Katie
Can this be made in a bundt cake pan?
Vered DeLeeuw
It's best to use a parchment-lined loaf pan. A bundt cake pan is better suited for a dense batter.
Cheryl Kelley
Excellent! So moist and delicious. I used monk fruit, a little less than 1/2 cup, plus 1/4 cup of sugar free chocolate chips. I’m on my second piece.
Vered DeLeeuw
I'm so glad you like this bread, Cheryl! Chocolate chips are definitely a nice addition.