Pumpkin and cheese bread with seeds

6 servings

30 minutes

Pumpkin-cheese bread with seeds is an amazing combination of softness, delicate flavor, and crunchy texture inspired by Mexican cuisine. This bread has a rich pumpkin aroma complemented by the depth of cheddar and the spiciness of pumpkin seeds. With its airy structure and appetizing crust, it becomes an ideal addition to breakfast, light snacks, or savory dishes. The recipe's origins can be found in traditional Mexican baking where vegetables and spices play a crucial role. Serving it warm allows you to enjoy the melted cheese and nutty notes of the seeds that give each piece a unique character. It pairs wonderfully with aromatic butter, creamy sauces, or even a cup of strong coffee for cozy gastronomic enjoyment.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 230.9
• Proteins: 10.3g
• Fats: 8.2g
• Carbohydrates: 28.2g

Ingredients

• Pumpkin: 175 g
• Peeled pumpkin seeds: 35 g
• Cheddar cheese: 50 g
• Flour with baking powder: 225 g
• Salt: 1.5 tsp
• Milk: 1 tbsp
• Chicken egg: 2 pc

Cooking steps

1. Grate the pumpkin on a coarse grater.

   Required ingredients:

   • Pumpkin: 175 g

2. Beat the eggs with milk.

   Required ingredients:

   • Chicken egg: 2 pieces
   • Milk: 1 tablespoon

3. Sift flour and salt into a bowl, add pumpkin and mix. Add seeds, reserving some for garnish, 2/3 of the cheddar, and mix again, then pour in the egg mixture.

   Required ingredients:

   • Flour with baking powder: 225 g
   • Salt: 1.5 teaspoon
   • Pumpkin: 175 g
   • Peeled pumpkin seeds: 35 g
   • Cheddar cheese: 50 g
   • Chicken egg: 2 pieces
   • Milk: 1 tablespoon

4. Transfer the dough to a baking sheet and shape it into a small circle. Sprinkle with the remaining cheese and decorate with pumpkin seeds.

   Required ingredients:

   • Cheddar cheese: 50 g
   • Peeled pumpkin seeds: 35 g

5. Bake at 190 degrees for 45-50 minutes.