This easy pumpkin bread gets a protein boost from yogurt and a nutty pumpkin seed topping.

Warm spices combined with pumpkin make this the perfect fall breakfast.

Bake a loaf on the weekend and enjoy it during the week as you dash out the door.

a recipe photo of the High-Protein Pumpkin Bread

Photo:Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Priscilla Montiel

If you like your pumpkin bread a little sweeter, drizzle it with the optional glaze after it cools.

Add the milk mixture to the flour mixture; fold until just combined.

Pour the batter into the prepared pan, spreading in an even layer.

the ingredients to make the High-Protein Pumpkin Bread

Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Priscilla Montiel

Let cool completely in the pan on a wire rack, about 35 minutes.

Remove the loaf from the pan using the paper overhang.

To prepare glaze, if desired:Whisk confectioners sugar and milk in a small bowl until smooth.

a step in making the High-Protein Pumpkin Bread

Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Priscilla Montiel

Drizzle over the loaf before slicing and serving.

Let thaw at room temperature.

Glaze the loaf just before serving, if desired.

a step in making the High-Protein Pumpkin Bread

Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Priscilla Montiel

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a step in making the High-Protein Pumpkin Bread

Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Priscilla Montiel