Pumpkin Rice Bread ππ
Overview:
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 1 loaf
- Calories: 323.7 per serving
- Recipe Category: Quick Breads
- Keywords: Breads, Brown Rice, Rice, Australian, < 60 Mins, Oven
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
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| 1 1/3 cups | Buckwheat flour |
| 3/4 tsp | Bicarbonate of soda |
| 3/4 tsp | Cream of tartar |
| 1 cup | Mashed pumpkin |
| 2 tbsp | Honey |
| 1 1/2 cups | Cooked brown rice |
| 1/4 cup | Olive oil (or oil of choice) |
| 1-2 | Eggs (optional, if desired for non-vegan version) |
Instructions:
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Preparation:
- Preheat your oven to 350Β°F (180Β°C).
- Lightly grease a loaf tin with oil or non-stick spray.
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Combine Dry Ingredients:
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the buckwheat flour, bicarbonate of soda, and cream of tartar until well combined.
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Blend Wet Ingredients:
- In a separate bowl, mix together the mashed pumpkin, honey, cooked brown rice, and olive oil. π―π
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Mixing:
- Slowly pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the bread tender and moist.
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Baking:
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf tin, spreading it evenly.
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Bake:
- Place the tin in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 35 to 40 minutes, or until the bread is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. ππ
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Cooling:
- Once baked, remove the pumpkin rice bread from the oven and allow it to cool in the tin for about 10 minutes.
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Serving:
- Carefully transfer the bread to a wire rack to cool completely. It’s best to let it cool fully before slicing for clean, neat slices. Enjoy! π₯π
Recipe Notes:
- This pumpkin rice bread is perfect for those with dietary restrictions, as it’s free from eggs, yeast, dairy, corn, and sugar.
- If you prefer a vegan version, you can omit the optional eggs without compromising the texture too much.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or freeze slices for longer storage. Just pop a slice in the toaster when you’re ready to enjoy it again!
This wholesome and hearty pumpkin rice bread is not just delicious, but it’s also packed with nutrition from the brown rice and pumpkin. Whether you’re looking for a gluten-free option or simply love the flavors of fall, this bread is sure to become a favorite in your household! ππ
