This Almond Flour Pumpkin Bread is moist, tender and full of warm pumpkin spice flavor! Naturally gluten-free and sweetened with maple syrup, it’s an easy fall quick bread topped with a delicious cream cheese glaze.
This Almond Flour Pumpkin Bread is incredibly moist, tender and full of warm pumpkin spice flavor! Made with almond flour, real pumpkin puree and naturally sweetened with maple syrup, this easy pumpkin bread is naturally gluten-free and perfect for a cozy fall breakfast, snack or even dessert.
I love how simple this recipe is to make with wholesome ingredients and just a few minutes of prep. The almond flour gives this pumpkin bread the best soft, tender texture while the pumpkin keeps every bite perfectly moist. Enjoy it on its own or drizzle it with the optional maple cream cheese glaze for an extra special fall treat!
Why You’ll Love This
- Naturally gluten-free – made with almond flour instead of traditional wheat flour, this pumpkin bread is naturally gluten-free while still baking up soft and tender.
- Perfectly moist – pumpkin puree keeps this bread incredibly moist, while the almond flour gives it a rich, tender texture without making it heavy.
- Naturally sweetened – pure maple syrup adds just the right amount of sweetness and pairs perfectly with the warm pumpkin spice flavors.
- Quick and easy – this pumpkin bread comes together with simple ingredients and just a few minutes of prep, making it an easy breakfast, snack or fall dessert.
Ingredients
- almond flour – the base of this pumpkin bread and what keeps it naturally gluten-free. Make sure to use finely ground blanched almond flour for the best light and tender texture. Almond meal is coarser and may result in a denser loaf.
- pumpkin puree – adds moisture, natural sweetness and plenty of pumpkin flavor. Make sure to use 100% pure pumpkin puree, not pumpkin pie filling.
- eggs – you’ll need four eggs to give the bread structure and help it rise, which is especially important when baking with almond flour.
- maple syrup – naturally sweetens the pumpkin bread while adding delicious warm maple flavor. Be sure to use pure maple syrup rather than pancake syrup.
- vanilla extract – enhances the sweetness and all those cozy fall flavors.
- pumpkin pie spice – a warm blend of cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg and other fall spices that gives this bread its classic pumpkin spice flavor.
- cinnamon + nutmeg – I like adding a little extra cinnamon and nutmeg along with the pumpkin pie spice for even more warmth and flavor.
- baking powder + baking soda – using both helps this almond flour pumpkin bread rise and gives it a lighter, more tender texture.
- salt – Just a little enhances all the flavors and balances the sweetness.
- cream cheese glaze – totally optional, but SO good! The glaze is made with reduced-fat cream cheese, maple syrup and a splash of almond milk for a sweet, creamy finish.
How to Make Almond Flour Pumpkin Bread
- Mix the dry ingredients. In a large bowl, whisk together the almond flour, baking powder, baking soda, pumpkin pie spice, cinnamon, nutmeg and salt.
- Combine the wet ingredients. In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, maple syrup, vanilla and pumpkin puree until smooth.
- Make the batter. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined and no clumps remain.
- Bake. Pour the batter into a prepared 9×5-inch loaf pan and bake at 350°F for 45 to 50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool and glaze. Let the bread cool completely before drizzling with the optional maple cream cheese glaze. Slice and enjoy!
Tips for the Best Almond Flour Pumpkin Bread
- Use finely ground almond flour – for the best light and tender texture, use finely ground blanched almond flour rather than almond meal, which is coarser and can make the bread more dense.
- Measure the pumpkin carefully – stick with the ¾ cup of pumpkin puree called for in the recipe. Adding too much can make almond flour pumpkin bread overly moist or mushy in the center.
- Don’t overmix the batter – mix the wet and dry ingredients just until everything is combined for the best texture.
- Use the right size loaf pan – this recipe is designed for a 9×5-inch loaf pan. Using a smaller pan will create a thicker loaf that may take longer to bake through.
- Check for doneness – almond flour breads are naturally very moist, so insert a toothpick into the center of the loaf to make sure it comes out clean before removing it from the oven.
- Let it cool completely – give the bread time to set before slicing, especially since almond flour breads can be delicate while they’re still warm. If adding the cream cheese glaze, make sure the loaf is completely cool first.
Frequently Asked Questions
I don’t recommend substituting all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, oat flour or coconut flour for the almond flour in this recipe. Almond flour behaves very differently when baking, so the other ingredients and ratios would need to be adjusted. For best results, stick with finely ground blanched almond flour. If you’re looking for a pumpkin bread made with traditional flour, try my Healthy Pumpkin Bread made with whole wheat pastry flour and all-purpose flour instead.
Yes! This pumpkin bread is naturally gluten-free since it is made with almond flour and contains no wheat flour. If you are making it for someone with a gluten allergy or sensitivity, just make sure all your individual ingredients are certified gluten-free.
Almond flour naturally creates a moist, tender bread, but too much pumpkin puree can make the center mushy. Make sure to use only the ¾ cup pumpkin puree called for in the recipe and bake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allowing the bread to cool completely before slicing also helps it set properly.
Absolutely! The maple cream cheese glaze is completely optional and this pumpkin bread is delicious all on its own. Leaving off the glaze also keeps the bread dairy-free and free of refined sugar, provided the specific ingredients you use meet those requirements.
Yes! Let the pumpkin bread cool completely, then wrap the whole loaf or individual slices tightly and store in a freezer-safe container or bag. I recommend freezing it without the cream cheese glaze and adding the glaze after thawing. Freeze for up to 3 months and thaw overnight in the refrigerator or at room temperature before serving.
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Almond Flour Pumpkin Bread
Ingredients
- 2 cups almond flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 2 tsp pumpkin pie spice
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 4 eggs, lightly whisked
- 1/3 cup pure maple syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3/4 cup 100% pumpkin puree
For the cream cheese glaze:
- 3 oz 1/3-less fat cream cheese
- 1 Tbsp maple syrup
- 1-2 Tbsp almond milk, or milk of choice
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, pumpkin pie spice, cinnamon, nutmeg and salt. Set aside.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together eggs, maple syrup, vanilla and pumpkin puree and mix until well-combined.
- Pour the wet ingredients in with the dry ingredients, mixing until there are no clumps.
- Pour pumpkin mixture into a prepared 9×5-inch loaf pan and bake in the oven for 45 to 50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let the pumpkin bread sit for 5 minutes then remove from pan and let cool completely on a wire rack.
- To make the cream cheese glaze, place cream cheese in a small microwave-safe bowl and heat on high for 30 seconds until softened. Whisk in maple syrup and almond milk, mixing until smooth and runny.
- Drizzle cream cheese glaze over top of the bread, serve and enjoy!
Notes
Storage & Prepping
- To store: Store unglazed pumpkin bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. If you’ve added the cream cheese glaze, keep the bread refrigerated.
- To freeze: Let the bread cool completely, then wrap the whole loaf or individual slices tightly and store in a freezer-safe bag or container for up to 3 months. For best results, freeze without the cream cheese glaze.
- To thaw: Thaw overnight in the refrigerator or let individual slices come to room temperature before enjoying.
- To prep ahead: This pumpkin bread is perfect for making a day or two in advance. Bake and cool the loaf completely, store it covered, then add the cream cheese glaze just before serving.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
This bread was incredible!!!! I will continue to make it weekly!!! We just love it minus the icing!! Thank you for such goodness!! YUM YUM!!
I just popped this in the oven. The batter tastes delicious. One question – what is your definition of prepare the loaf pan? Spray with oil and then flour…how I grew up? Or just spray? Or just use parchment on the bottom? Since this recipe has no oil, I erred on the side of oiling the pan, then dusting with flour AND lining it with parchment.
Thank you!
This has quickly become my favorite pumpkin bread! My mom loves it because it uses almond flour. I love it because it is pumpkin perfection! We still use 1 whole can of pumpkin and only 3 eggs but I love when it is mushier in the middle!!! Thank you! I prefer it without the glaze but the glaze will definitely make it fancier!
I see in the reviews people are asking if they can substitute the oil for coconut oil or butter. I don’t see either listed in the ingredients. ??? help I just put the bread in the oven.
Hi there! The recipe has been tweaked and updated and does not need the coconut oil! 🙂 Hope you enjoy this!!
Thank you so much for this recipe! It just came out of the oven. Not only did it make the house smell wonderful , ……it tastes delicious!!! I added just a few chocolate chips in the mix!
So glad you enjoyed this! LOVE the addition of the chocolate chips! 🙂
Could I replace the eggs with flax eggs?
I haven’t tested this using flax eggs, but I’m sure they would work!
I’m making this recipe right now and it doesn’t have a time for how long to cook bread and the amount to powdered sugar to make frosting? Thanks, Lynn
This bread cooks for about 45 to 50 minutes and the glaze is made with cream cheese and maple syrup as per the ingredients list 🙂
Moist and delicious, like eating pumpkin pie.
The cream cheese drizzle was a big hit.
I made this after reading all the comments so I was ready to makes some small revisions for myself. First I added 1/4 cup extra almond flour for a total of 2 1/4 cups; next I added 2 Tbsp ground flax seed; I added extra cinnamon & nutmeg to taste and also added approximately 1/4 tsp of ginger or more to taste; 1-2 teaspoons of vanilla extract. I left everything else the same in the bread batter and baked it for 1 hour and 5 min total. It turned out great. Next time I will add about 5 minutes to the bake time and grease the pan even more thoroughly as I had a hard time getting it to release from the pan without a few chunks sticking to the bottom. This may have been because it is very moist although not at all mushy as some have remarked. I also let it cool longer before removing from the pan which also helps. I made the cream cheese topping and it was awesome and a great finishing touch. To sweeten the topping I added 1 Tbsp erythritol and 1 Tbsp maple syrup along with a few Tbsp whipping cream or whole milk to thin it a bit. I just iced the whole top rather than drizzleing it. I will also add some erythritol to the bread batter as well to sweeten it just a tad more. Thanks for the recipe even though I added a few extras it is still and overall great recipe and I will definitely make it again.
So yummy!I replaced maple syrup with swirve and 2tbls of pure vanilla extract.Made it Keto!
Can you use freash pumpkin? Thanks!