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A whole loaf of Keto Pumpkin Bread with a golden-brown baked top, resting on parchment paper after cooling.

Keto Pumpkin Bread

Daniel Foster
This Keto Pumpkin Bread bakes into a moist, spiced, low-carb loaf with a tender crumb. Made with almond flour and pumpkin puree, the key to a perfect slice is allowing it to cool completely before cutting.
4.41 from 5 votes
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Rest time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Course Breakfast, Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 10 slices
Calories 164 kcal

Equipment

  • Small loaf pan (8.5 X 4.5 inches)
  • Parchment paper
  • Hand whisk
  • Rubber spatula
  • Wire rack

Ingredients

  • Avocado oil spray for the pan
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 cup pure pumpkin puree
  • 1 1/2 teaspoon stevia glycerite Equals 1/2 cup of sugar
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon or 2 teaspoons of pumpkin pie spice
  • 2 cups almond flour blanched, superfine, 8 ounces
  • 1 pinch kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda or 1 tablespoon of baking powder, gluten-free if needed

Instructions

  • Heat the oven to 350°F, then line a small loaf pan (8.5 X 4.5 inches) with parchment paper so it hangs over the sides and lightly coat it with avocado oil spray. The parchment sling makes the delicate loaf much easier to lift out without cracking.
  • Whisk the eggs, pumpkin puree, stevia glycerite, and vanilla in a medium bowl until smooth, then whisk in the cinnamon. The mixture should look evenly orange and slightly frothy from the eggs.
  • Add the almond flour gradually, then switch to a rubber spatula as the batter thickens and mix in the kosher salt and baking soda. By the end, the batter should be thick, smooth, and spreadable rather than runny.
  • Scrape the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top with the spatula. An even top helps the loaf bake more evenly through the center.
  • Bake for about 40 minutes, until the loaf is browned, feels set on top, and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. You’ll notice a warm pumpkin spice aroma and a gently domed top when it’s ready.
  • Lift the bread out of the pan using the parchment overhang and place it on a wire rack, then peel away the parchment. Removing the paper lets air circulate so the sides do not stay damp.
  • Cool the loaf on the rack for 30 minutes before slicing. This rest is essential because the crumb is still very fragile while the bread is hot.
  • Cut the loaf into 10 slices and serve. The slices should hold together cleanly once the structure has set.

Notes

Cooling Tip: Do not slice the bread while it is warm. The structure is very fragile and needs to set completely to avoid crumbling. Let it cool on the wire rack for at least 30 minutes.
Flour Choice: For the best texture, use blanched, superfine almond flour. Coarser almond meal can make the loaf heavy and dense.
Baking Tip: If the top of the loaf is browning too quickly before the center is cooked, loosely tent it with a piece of aluminum foil for the remainder of the baking time.
Storage: Store the cooled bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, keep it in the refrigerator.
Nutrition information is an estimate based on common ingredients and serving sizes. Values may vary depending on brands, portions, and substitutions.

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Keto Pumpkin Bread
Amount per Serving
Calories
164
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
12
g
18
%
Saturated Fat
 
1
g
6
%
Cholesterol
 
56
mg
19
%
Sodium
 
176
mg
8
%
Potassium
 
120
mg
3
%
Carbohydrates
 
7
g
2
%
Fiber
 
4
g
17
%
Sugar
 
2
g
2
%
Protein
 
7
g
14
%
Vitamin A
 
1500
IU
30
%
Vitamin C
 
2
mg
2
%
Calcium
 
10
mg
1
%
Iron
 
1
mg
6
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Keyword Almond flour pumpkin bread, Keto Pumpkin Bread, Low Carb Bread
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