This Sunflower and Flaxseed Bread is a tender, moist, fiber-rich loaf that is packed with flaxseeds, sunflower, chia, and cumin seeds. This easy to make quick bread is perfect for breakfast, a mid-morning snack, or your favorite toasts spread.

Adding all kinds of seeds to breads is very popular right now. Not only you’ll be getting wonderful new tastes you’ll be getting more vitamins and fiber. And this recipe is packed with all sorts of seeds!

This is truly an easy gluten-free bread recipe. Why? Because the only hardest part here is grinding all the seeds into a fine powder (or you can also buy these from the store). This recipe won’t take you a lot of time and effort and you'll love the end result!

Also, this black bread recipe has a big advantage - it requires no yeast which means you don’t have to wait for the dough to rise. 

What you'll need to make this sunflower and flaxseed bread recipe

• plenty of apples
• eggs
• sunflower seeds, grinded
• flax seeds, grinded or use flaxseed meal
• chia seeds, grinded
• soda
• salt
• cumin seeds, grinded
• Butter or cooking spray for greasing 

Please note, that it is important to measure out all your ingredients correctly. If you have a kitchen scale, it will be even better than using only measuring cups/jars and spoons.

My Favorite equipment for this recipe

Why you’ll love this bread:

 You’ll love how moist this bread is - thanks to apples, bread is enough moist that it almost melts in your mouth, especially when still warm. (Yes, I could not wait until it’ll cool down completely, who could? I won’t blame you haha!) 

Apples also act as a binding agent in this recipe. So another plus, you won’t need xanthan gum for this bread.

For the taste - you won’t feel a lot of apples in this bread recipe though.  The bread has more of a nutty taste thanks to the number of different seeds in it. 

This bread is:

• filled with a nutty flavor and a hint of cumin that makes this recipe a keeper!
• nut-free
• easy to make, the only hardest part is grinding all the seeds and that’s it!
• free from sugar
• made without yeas
• a great source of protein and fiber
• filling
• perfect for toasts
• oil-free
• gluten-free
• packed with flaxseeds and sunflower seeds that contain a lot of nutrients for your body

Why sunflower seeds for bread?

Sunflower seeds are famed for their high nutritive value and a distinct nutty taste that makes these a must-have addition to your diet. 

Using sunflower seeds in the bread recipe will result in a nice and chewy, tender texture, and the bread will have that incredible crunchy crust. 

Few benefits of sunflower seeds are:

• Rich in antioxidants
• Good for your skin
• Helps digestion and can help with weight loss
• Contain fatty acids and phytosterols, which help in regulating cholesterol levels. 

Is flaxseed bread healthy?

If you are vegan, you probably know these tiny seeds are one of the few plant-based sources of Omega-3 fatty acids. 

Breads made with flaxseeds and other seeds are one of the healthiest breads you will ever eat. This is because flax seeds like sunflower seeds are highly nutritious and offer a number of health benefits. 

Few of flaxseed benefits include:

• They Contain High-Quality Protein
• Are High in Omega-3 Fats
• May Lower Blood Pressure.
• Are Rich Source of Lignans, Which May Reduce Cancer Risk
• Are Rich in Dietary Fiber
• May Improve Cholesterol

A quick fact. Did you know that adding flaxseeds as they are to your porridges and cereal may not be that effective? It is advised to grind the flaxseeds in a grinder or pestle and mortar in order to release their full nutritional benefits. 

In addition to flaxseeds, this gluten free bread has more healthy nutrients that come from chia seeds, sunflower seeds and cumin seeds!

How to make gluten free bread

• Grind all the seeds using a small grinder or food processor. Then strain the seed powders into a bowl. Make sure not to have large pieces, if so, grind one more time until a fine powder.

• In the same bowl add salt, soda, and mix to combine. Set aside.

• Using an immersion blender blend apples until smooth puree like, add eggs and whisk on high speed for 8 minutes (and until the mixture increases 2x). 

• When ready, add dry ingredients into the wet ingredients and mix well.

• Place parchment paper in the bread pan (mine was 10 x 4 inch), grease with butter or cooking spray (bottom of the pan and the sides), and pour the mixture in it. Using a spatula or your fingers even out the top of the dough as much as you can (it doesn't really matter if not very even). Cut lengthwise in the middle of the loaf and generously sprinkle with a mix of seeds. 

• Bake in the oven at 338 F (170C) for  50 minutes - 1 hour. You can test the bread by using a wooden pick. Poke the pick into the center of the bread.  If it comes out clean, the bread is done.

• Cool the bread in the pan for 10 minutes. Remove the bread from the pan and allow to cool completely on a wire rack.

Grinding the seeds. I have used this manual grinder and now using Mueller Grinder for spices and coffee beans and it seems fine for now. But I’d appreciate it if you can share your best grinders for seeds as most of the grinders still won't last for long and need to be replaced often. Thank you!

How Do I Know When This Gluten Free Bread is Done?

Like with a normal bread, you can test the bread by using a wooden pick.  Insert it in the middle of the cake and if it comes out clean, the bread is done. 

Also, the top of the bread should be brown and darker around the edges. 

Can I Freeze Sunflower and Flaxseed Bread?

This quick bread can be stored in the freezer for up to 2-3 months.  Allow the bread to cool completely, slice the bread and wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and place it in a freezer-safe bag.

When ready to use, allow the frozen bread to defrost overnight in your refrigerator or for several hours, at room temperature, on your kitchen counter.

More Breakfast Recipes

• Pink Oatmeal Strawberry Porridge
• Healthy Pancake Cereal (Gluten Free)
• Hazelnut Cherry Granola Bars (Gluten Free)

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