9 Healthy Bread Recipes with Ingredients You Can Feel Good About

Buckwheat Sourdough Discard Banana Bread
Photo: Jason Donnelly

Good news, carb lovers—your home baking journeys can now include healthy bread recipes. Instead of only using refined, processed flours and ingredients, we have delicious healthy breads filled with hearty whole grains and nutrient-rich ingredients such as oats and flaxseed. Whether you're craving banana bread or dinner roll recipes, here are some of our favorite healthy bread recipes to make at home.

01 of 09

Whole Grain Sunflower Bread

Whole Grain Sunflower Bread
Blaine Moats

This easy healthy bread recipe is an easy way to add whole grains to every meal of the day. In addition to flaxseed and whole-wheat flour, we include antioxidant-rich sunflower seeds. For a savory finish, add a sprinkle of everything bagel seasoning on top.

02 of 09

Buckwheat Sourdough Discard Banana Bread

Buckwheat Sourdough Discard Banana Bread
Jason Donnelly

If you have leftover sourdough discard and a few nearly-too-brown bananas to use, try this healthy banana bread recipe. A blend of whole-wheat flour, buckwheat flour, and the sourdough discard give the healthy quick bread great flavor and texture.

Buy It: Wilton Nonstick Loaf Pan ($8, Target)

03 of 09

Gluten-Free Zucchini Bread

Gluten-Free Zucchini Bread
Blaine Moats

A healthy zucchini bread recipe that's also gluten-free?! You better believe it. Use our gluten-free flour mix, ground rolled oats (aka oat flour), and a bit of whey protein powder to creat one delicious loaf from your summer bumper crop of zucchini.

Test Kitchen Tip: Make sure to look for oats or oat flour that's certified gluten-free, as some may have been cross-contaminated with wheat products.

04 of 09

Mixed Grain Bread

Mixed Grain Bread
Jason Donnelly

Make a loaf of this healthy bread recipe and you'll have a base for healthy sandwiches, avocado toast, and more for the week. Our mixed grains include whole-wheat flour, rolled oats, cracked wheat, and cornmeal for a loaf of unbeatable yeast bread. Try our seeded bread option for more texture and flavor.

05 of 09

Caraway-Rye Batter Bread

Caraway-Rye Batter Bread
Marty Baldwin

Not only does rye flour provide a distinct taste, but it's also what makes this a healthy bread recipe. Studies show rye can help control blood sugar and regulate appetite. Caraway seeds and dill flavor this delicious batter bread.

Buy It: CorningWare Round Baking Dish ($15, Bed Bath & Beyond)

06 of 09

Whole-Wheat Hamburger Buns

Whole-Wheat Hamburger Buns
Jason Donnelly

If you've been skipping the bun when eating your healthy burgers at home, now you don't have to. This easy healthy bread recipe only takes 20 minutes of prep before its rise time and a quick bake in the oven. Pile your bun with our low-sugar barbecue pulled pork for a healthier take on cookout fare.

07 of 09

Garden Veggie Corn Bread

Garden Veggie Corn Bread
Marty Baldwin

This healthy bread recipe is an easy way to sneak some extra nutrients into your dinner. Shredded carrot and chopped red pepper dot this corn bread with color and flavor while adding moistness and lots of vitamins. It'll pair perfectly with a steamy bowl of chili.

08 of 09

Easy Oatmeal Bread

Easy Oatmeal Bread
Marty Baldwin

Get a serving of whole grains with just one slice of this healthy oatmeal bread. Made with whole wheat flour and rolled oats, this golden loaf offers a one-two punch of whole grains. A hint of sweetness comes from adding honey or brown sugar. Enjoy with a smear of your favorite nut butter.

09 of 09

Whole-Wheat Pumpkin Bread

Whole Wheat Pumpkin Bread
Andy Lyons

This healthy pumpkin bread recipe will easily become a new fall baking staple. Pumpkin puree is packed with vitamins, iron, and more nutrients to support a healthy immune system. Greek yogurt gives the sweet bread a bit of tang.

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  1. Nilsson, Anne C. et al. "Effects of Whole Grain Rye, With and Without Resistant Starch Type 2 Supplementation, On Glucose Tolerance, Gut Hormones, Inflammation and Appetite Regulation in an 11–14.5 Hour Perspective; A Randomized Controlled Study in Healthy Subjects." Nutrition Journal, 2017, vol. 16, no. 25, pp. doi:10.1186/s12937-017-0246-5

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