Matcha Pumpkin Bread

As you know, my main goal is to make gluten-free food healthy, affordable, and accessible to everyone. That’s why I insist on creating recipes using natural ingredients. Because they’re easier to find, cheaper, healthier, and more environmentally friendly.

 Whenever I made yuca arepas, I always thought about trying other recipes with the same dough: pizzas, empanadas… and after trying one thing after another, I came up with the idea of making wraps. Well, at the risk of sounding arrogant, I’ll say it was a great idea!

Table of Contents

• Why You’ll Love This Recipe
• Ingredient Notes
• Matcha Pumpkin Bread
• How to make Matcha Pumpkin Bread
• Secrets to Success
• Recipe Variations 
• Storage Tips
• Recipe FAQs
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Why You’ll Love This Recipe

You’ll love the Matcha Pumpkin Bread because it is one of those treats you didn’t know you needed until you try it. The combo of earthy matcha and cozy pumpkin spice just works—it’s soft, moist, and full of flavor. Plus, the green and orange colors make it look super cool, especially if you’re into baking, which stands out a little.

It’s also a nice way to mix things up from your usual banana or pumpkin bread. Matcha gives you a little energy boost, and pumpkin keeps it sweet and comforting without being too heavy. Whether you’re having it with your morning coffee or as an afternoon snack, it’s the kind of thing you’ll want to make again.

Ingredients Note:

These ingredients aren’t just tasty but also offer amazing benefits for your health too, just like:

¾ cup pumpkin puree – Rich in beta-carotene and fiber, pumpkin helps support estrogen balance and healthy blood sugar levels.

½ cup and 2 tablespoons almond flour – Almond flour provides healthy fats and magnesium, which are key for hormone production and stress regulation.

2 small eggs – Eggs are packed with cholesterol and vitamin D, both essential building blocks for hormone synthesis.

¼ cup coconut sugar – A lower-glycemic sweetener that helps prevent blood sugar spikes, supporting insulin sensitivity and hormonal balance.

½ cup almond butter – Full of vitamin E and healthy fats, almond butter supports adrenal health and stable hormone levels.

½ teaspoon baking soda – While not directly tied to hormones, it helps create the right texture without adding refined ingredients.

½ teaspoon baking powder – Similar to baking soda, it contributes to fluffiness without impacting hormones directly.

¼ teaspoon pink salt – Contains trace minerals that support thyroid function and overall hormone regulation.

2 teaspoons pumpkin spice – A blend often including cinnamon and nutmeg, which may help regulate blood sugar and reduce inflammation tied to hormonal imbalance.

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Secrets to Success

•  I recommend eating this cake immediately because it’s super fluffy, but it loses its texture as it sits in the refrigerator.

Recipe Variations

Here are two delicious varieties of Matcha Pumpkin Bread that you can try at home.

1. Coconut Yogurt Swirl Matcha Pumpkin Bread
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a loaf pan with parchment paper. Mix together pumpkin purée, eggs, coconut sugar, almond butter, almond flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, pumpkin spice, and matcha powder until smooth. Gently swirl in ¼ cup of coconut yogurt using a knife—just enough to create a marbled effect. Pour into the pan and bake for 40–45 minutes, then cool completely before slicing.

2. Coconut Yogurt Glazed Matcha Pumpkin Bread
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a loaf pan with parchment. Combine all base ingredients in a bowl, mix well, pour into the pan, and bake for 40–45 minutes. Once cooled, whisk together 2 tablespoons coconut yogurt, 1 teaspoon maple syrup, and a pinch of cinnamon to make a simple glaze. Drizzle it over the loaf and let it set before serving.

Recipe FAQs

1. Can I substitute almond flour with another flour?
Yes, you can use oat flour or a gluten-free flour blend as a substitute for almond flour. Just keep in mind that the texture might be a bit different—almond flour adds moisture and richness that other flours may not.

2. Is it necessary to use matcha powder?
While matcha adds a unique earthy flavor and vibrant color, you can omit it if you prefer a classic pumpkin bread taste. Without matcha, the bread will still be delicious but less visually striking.

3. Can I make this recipe vegan?
Absolutely! To make it vegan, replace the eggs with flax eggs (1 tbsp ground flaxseed + 3 tbsp water per egg) and use a plant-based almond butter if needed. Coconut yogurt is already vegan, so the glaze works perfectly as is.

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