Seeded Loaf with Hidden Nutrients

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-23 · Updated 2026-04-23

A dense, nutty bread with sunflower and pumpkin seeds hidden throughout the dough for a satisfying crunch. This american-inspired breakfast ready in about 60 minutes combines all-purpose flour, active dry yeast, warm water into a breakfast that fuels the morning without the midday crash — make-ahead-friendly and balanced enough to anchor the first meal of the day. Each serving lands at about 150 calories and feeds 8, so it sits comfortably in a weekly breakfast rotation alongside fruit, yogurt, or coffee. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp active dry yeast
• 1 cup warm water
• 1 tbsp honey
• 2 tbsp sunflower seeds
• 2 tbsp pumpkin seeds
• 1/2 tsp salt

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 1 tsp active dry yeast, 1 cup warm water, and 1 tbsp honey. Let sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
2. Step 2: Add 3 cups all-purpose flour, 2 tbsp sunflower seeds, 2 tbsp pumpkin seeds, and 1/2 tsp salt to the yeast mixture. Stir until a shaggy dough forms, then knead on a floured surface for 8 minutes until smooth and elastic.
3. Step 3: Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until doubled in size. Punch down the dough, shape into a loaf, and bake at 375°F for 30 minutes until golden brown and the bottom sounds hollow when tapped.