Imagine sinking your teeth into a slice of warm, golden-brown bread that's not just delicious, but packed with wholesome nutrition and nutty sunflower goodness. This Sunflower Whole Wheat Quick Bread is your ticket to a healthier, more satisfying breakfast or snack that will make your taste buds dance and your body thank you. With its incredibly simple preparation and irresistible texture, this recipe is about to become your new go-to bread that proves healthy eating can be both easy and mouthwatering!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 50 mins
Total Time: 60 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 1 loaf
Ingredients
- Whole wheat flour
- Sunflower seeds
- Baking powder
- Salt
- Honey
- Milk
- Eggs
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine 2 cups of whole wheat flour, 1 tablespoon of baking powder, and 1 teaspoon of salt. Whisk these dry ingredients together until they are well blended.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together 1/3 cup of honey, 1 cup of milk, and 2 large eggs until the mixture is smooth and uniform.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Stir gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; a few lumps are okay.
- Fold in 1/2 cup of sunflower seeds into the batter, distributing them evenly throughout the mixture.
- Transfer the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula if necessary.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 50 minutes, or until the bread is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Once baked, remove the loaf from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then, transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
- Enjoy your homemade sunflower whole wheat quick bread as a nutritious snack or as a side with your favorite meal!
Tips
- Use fresh ingredients, especially your baking powder, to ensure maximum rise and fluffiness.
- Don't overmix the batter - mix just until ingredients are combined to keep the bread tender.
- Toast the sunflower seeds lightly before adding them to enhance their nutty flavor.
- Check the bread's doneness by inserting a toothpick - it should come out clean with just a few moist crumbs.
- Let the bread cool completely before slicing to prevent it from crumbling.
- Store the bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or freeze for longer preservation.
- For extra richness, you can substitute part of the milk with yogurt or add a tablespoon of olive oil to the wet ingredients.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 150kcal
Carbohydrates: g
Protein: g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Cholesterol: 33mg
