Healthy Pumpkin Bread Recipes Vegan Low Calorie And More

Following a specific diet plan doesn't mean you can't enjoy pumpkin season. Try one of these healthy pumpkin bread recipes, whether you're vegan, gluten-free or low-carb.

Image Credit: bhofack2/iStock/GettyImages A can of pureed pumpkin and a few baking staples are all you need to mix up a sweet and spicy loaf of pumpkin bread.

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 Most recipes typically rely on butter, flour, sugar, vegetable oil and eggs, much of which doesn't fit into specific diet plans, including keto, paleo or gluten-free.

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  But pumpkin bread is still in the cards — no matter what kind of diet you're following. Need a vegan or low-fat option? Going keto? We've got you covered this pumpkin season with these eight diet-friendly recipes.

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Vegan Pumpkin Bread
Using flaxseed meal instead of eggs makes this loaf vegan. Image Credit: Well Plated by Erin

120 calories per serving

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 This dairy- and egg-free pumpkin bread will not disappoint. It still manages to be springy and moist without the egg, making it an ideal treat for vegans. Flaxseed meal is used in place of eggs (just add water) and applesauce replaces the fat that typically comes from butter or oil.

The recipe calls for an entire can of pumpkin, which means less food waste and more nutrients like fiber, beta-carotene and iron for you.

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  Get the Vegan Pumpkin Bread recipe and nutrition info at Well Plated By Erin.

Keto Pumpkin Bread
Each slice of this loaf contains just 3 grams of net carbs. Image Credit: Kasey Trenum

195 calories per serving 3 net carbohydrates per serving

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 You can stick to your keto diet and enjoy a slice of pumpkin bread thanks to this innovation from Kasey Trenum. Trenum does admit that because this recipe omits gluten-containing ingredients, the bread loses some of that fluffy texture, but it still delivers a moist slice filled with pumpkin flavor.

For sweetness, this recipe calls for monkfruit powdered sugar. Monkfruit is derived from a sweet melon grown in Southeast Asia and contains nearly zero calories per teaspoon.

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  Get the Best Keto Pumpkin Bread recipe and nutrition info at Kasey Trenum.

Gluten-Free Pumpkin Bread
Use a mix of alternative flours to make this gluten-free pumpkin bread. Image Credit: Broma Bakery

170 calories per serving

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 If you love pumpkin bread but not the gluten that typically comes with it, then you must try this gluten-free option ASAP. A Bob's Red Mill gluten-free flour mix made up of garbanzo bean, potato starch, whole-grain white sorghum flour, tapioca and fava bean makes this recipe come to life.

Expect a dense yet springy loaf that doesn’t fall flat. Pumpkin, cloves, cinnamon and nutmeg combined with maple syrup deliver the spicy sweetness we all love.

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  Get the Healthy Gluten-Free Pumpkin Bread recipe at Broma Bakery.

High-Protein Pumpkin Bread
Vanilla protein powder adds sweetness and protein to this recipe. Image Credit: Peanut Butter Plus Chocolate

173 calories per serving 11 grams protein per serving

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 This pumpkin bread checks a lot of boxes. It's high-protein, yes, but it's also gluten-free, dairy-free and lower in fat than many recipes. Consider it an all-around healthier pumpkin bread option (but don't fear blandness — the chocolate chips add sweetness and delight).

Eggs and vanilla protein powder provide the majority of the protein in this loaf, and almond milk and dairy-free chocolate keep it dairy-free. Get the Chocolate-Chip Pumpkin Bread recipe at Peanut Butter Plus Chocolate. 5. Paleo Pumpkin Bread

Maybe our ancestors didn't eat this pumpkin bread, but surely they would have if it were available!

Image Credit: Paleo Running Momma

198 calories per serving

Our Paleolithic ancestors were probably not eating pumpkin bread, but the ingredients used here are considered paleo by most. Eggs, pumpkin puree, coconut milk, maple syrup, vanilla extract, flour (almond, tapioca and coconut), baking soda, salt and spices all come together for a wonderful, pumpkin-forward treat. Feel free to spread almond or cashew butter on a slice for a decadent (but still paleo!) addition. Get the Simple Paleo Pumpkin Bread recipe and nutrition info at Paleo Running Momma. 6. Low-Calorie Pumpkin Bread

Minimal oil and sugar keep the calories low in this loaf.

Image Credit: Simply Quinoa

135 calories per serving

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 If you're counting calories and still want in on the pumpkin bread festivities, then Simply Quinoa has the perfect recipe. This bread is full of good-for-you ingredients like eggs, pumpkin puree, apple cider vinegar, avocado oil, walnuts and spices, and it's free of artificial sweeteners. The recipe calls for just a half-cup of coconut sugar and the oil is minimal, too — just 2 tablespoons for the entire loaf.

Get the Coconut Flour Pumpkin Bread recipe and nutrition info at Simply Quinoa. 7. Low-Carb Pumpkin Bread

Each slice has just nine grams of net carbs.

Image Credit: Well Plated by Erin

153 calories per serving 9 net carbohydrates per serving

Maybe you’re not following a full keto diet, but you’re still looking for a lower-carb option. This pumpkin bread from Well Plated by Erin has just 9 grams of net carbohydrates per slice. To keep the carbs at a minimum, the recipe uses blanched almond flour in place of all-purpose flour, and just one-fourth cup of maple syrup for sugar. Be sure to purchase a can of pureed pumpkin, not pumpkin pie filling for this recipe — the latter contains way more calories and added sugars. Get the Pumpkin Bread recipe and nutrition info at Well Plated by Erin. 8. Low-Fat Pumpkin Bread

Millet and Greek yogurt are the prize ingredients in this recipe.

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180 calories per serving 4 grams fat per serving

Whether you’re balancing macros or trying to keep your saturated fat intake low, this is a pumpkin bread recipe you’ll definitely want to try. The only fat in this recipe comes from one egg and two tablespoons of canola oil. Fat adds texture and moisture to baked goods, but this loaf maintains all that thanks to the Greek yogurt and millet. The yogurt keeps it moist and adds protein while the millet, a whole grain, adds a nice crunch to every bite. Get the Healthy Pumpkin Bread recipe and nutrition info at Well Plated by Erin.

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Following a specific diet plan doesn't mean you can't enjoy pumpkin season. Try one of these healthy pumpkin bread recipes, whether you're vegan, gluten-free or low-carb.

Image Credit: bhofack2/iStock/GettyImages

Are You Getting Enough Fruits and Veggies?

Track the number of fruits and vegetables you eat every day by logging your meals on the MyPlate app. Download now to fine-tune your diet today!

Using flaxseed meal instead of eggs makes this loaf vegan.

Image Credit: Well Plated by Erin

Get the Vegan Pumpkin Bread recipe and nutrition info at Well Plated By Erin.

Each slice of this loaf contains just 3 grams of net carbs.

Image Credit: Kasey Trenum

Get the Best Keto Pumpkin Bread recipe and nutrition info at Kasey Trenum.

Use a mix of alternative flours to make this gluten-free pumpkin bread.

Image Credit: Broma Bakery

Get the Healthy Gluten-Free Pumpkin Bread recipe at Broma Bakery.

Vanilla protein powder adds sweetness and protein to this recipe.

Image Credit: Peanut Butter Plus Chocolate

Get the Chocolate-Chip Pumpkin Bread recipe at Peanut Butter Plus Chocolate.

Maybe our ancestors didn't eat this pumpkin bread, but surely they would have if it were available!

Image Credit: Paleo Running Momma

Get the Simple Paleo Pumpkin Bread recipe and nutrition info at Paleo Running Momma.

Minimal oil and sugar keep the calories low in this loaf.

Image Credit: Simply Quinoa

Get the Coconut Flour Pumpkin Bread recipe and nutrition info at Simply Quinoa.

Each slice has just nine grams of net carbs.

Image Credit: Well Plated by Erin

Get the Pumpkin Bread recipe and nutrition info at Well Plated by Erin.

Millet and Greek yogurt are the prize ingredients in this recipe.

Image Credit: Well Plated by Erin

Get the Healthy Pumpkin Bread recipe and nutrition info at Well Plated by Erin.