Sunflower Whole Wheat Quick Bread

This quick bread, studded with sunflower seeds, inside and out, uses whole wheat flour and wheat germ for a healthy and tasty treat. It is definitely good warm with some butter, but it’s best when allowed to cool completely.

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A photo of a loaf of sunflower whole wheat quick bread with a buttered slice to the side all resting on a wooden cutting board.

This quick bread, studded with sunflower seeds, inside and out, uses whole wheat flour and wheat germ for a healthy and tasty treat. It is definitely good warm with some butter, but it’s best when allowed to cool completely.

sunflower quick bread

This quick bread has a lovely, nutty flavor with a hint of sweetness which makes it perfect for both sweet and savory spreads. Try a slice smeared with cream cheese, topped with sliced cheese, or as a breakfast treat with your favorite jam or preserves.

sunflower whole wheat quick bread

This is a very easy recipe, and because it’s a quick bread, it doesn’t require any yeast or rising time. It bakes for about an hour and is perfect for breakfast, lunch, snack or dinner time!

I found this in a book I checked out from the library, gotta love that! A very tasty addition to my recipe files.:) I will be making this again!

sunflower bread

Sunflower Whole Wheat Quick Bread
adapted from Tate’s Bake Shop Cookbook

sunflower bread