• Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar

In the Kitch

menu icon
go to homepage
  • Summer Recipes
  • Recipe Index
  • Guides
  • Tutorials
  • Subscribe
    • Facebook
    • Pinterest
    • YouTube
  • search icon
    Homepage link
    • Summer Recipes
    • Recipe Index
    • Guides
    • Tutorials
    • Subscribe
    • Facebook
    • Pinterest
    • YouTube
  • ×
    In the Kitch » Recipes » Bread

    Updated: Nov 26, 2023 · Published: Sep 19, 2018 by Joss Dyckson · This post may contain affiliate links ·

    Pumpkin & Garlic Naan Bread

    Jump to Recipe

    Nothing beats the inviting aroma and hearty taste of a freshly-made yeasted bread. However, when the prospect of making bread causes you to have to plan out a lengthy, detailed schedule to keep track of its multiple risings and baking steps, the idea of a homemade loaf can quickly lose its appeal.

    Enter Pumpkin Naan Bread. This style of Indian yeasted bread requires only one rise and is baked in a skillet (much like a pancake) in mere minutes. Individually portioned bread from scratch in just two hours? It almost sounds too good to be true, but rest assured, it is not.

    Pumpkin naan bread stacked on a decorative plate with freshly chopped parsley.

    This version, a pumpkin and garlic naan bread, adds a sweet and savory twist to the traditional naan.

    This naan bread is both a treat on its own or as an exciting accompaniment to your next family dinner. Think of pairing it with an Indian curry, like chana masala or chicken tikka masala, or some butter chicken for a nice balance of spiciness and sweetness. It is absolutely perfect for sopping up all of the extra sauce in your bowl.

    Top view of pumpkin naan bread stacked on a decorative plate with a plant and forks on the side.

    This easy recipe is a must for the next time you are craving homemade bread. Besides, it may be the greatest way to use up that extra can of pumpkin purée that has been stuck in your pantry since last Thanksgiving. (Don't worry! There is absolutely no judgement on that one.)

    Pumpkin naan bread stacked on a decorative plate with freshly chopped parsley.

    Have you already ran to your kitchen to make this recipe? What did you think of the sweet and savory flavors? Enjoy all of the pumpkin and garlic goodness!

    📋Recipe

    Pumpkin naan bread stacked on a decorative plate.

    Pumpkin & Garlic Naan Bread

    Joss Dyckson
    This version of naan bread, with pumpkin and garlic, adds a sweet and savory twist to the traditional naan.
    5 from 4 votes
    Prevent your screen from going dark
    Print Recipe Pin Recipe Save Recipe Saved!
    Prep Time 40 minutes mins
    Cook Time 16 minutes mins
    Resting Time 1 hour hr
    Total Time 1 hour hr 56 minutes mins
    Course Bread, Side Dish
    Cuisine American, Indian
    Servings 8 pieces
    Calories 230 kcal

    Ingredients
     
     

    • 1 cup warm water
    • 2 tablespoons honey
    • 1 package active dry yeast - 2 teaspoons
    • 3 ½ cups all purpose flour
    • ¼ cup pumpkin purée
    • 2 teaspoons salt
    • ½ teaspoon baking powder
    • 1 egg
    • 2 garlic cloves - chopped
    • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley leaves

    Instructions
     

    • Stir together warm water and honey until the honey has dissolved. Sprinkle in the yeast, stir carefully and let it sit until the yeast is foamy (about 10 minutes).
      1 cup warm water, 2 tablespoons honey, 1 package active dry yeast
    • In a large bowl, add the flour, pumpkin purée, salt, baking powder, egg and chopped garlic. Add the yeast mixture and mix with your hands until it’s smooth and you’re able to form a ball. (It will be a bit sticky, don’t worry, it’s normal, and you can add a bit more flour if needed).
      3 ½ cups all purpose flour, ¼ cup pumpkin purée, 2 teaspoons salt, ½ teaspoon baking powder, 1 egg, 2 garlic cloves
    • Remove from bowl and continue kneading until the dough has a soft texture.
    • Grease the mixing bowl with cooking oil, place the dough back and cover. Let it rest until the dough has nearly doubled in size (this normally takes about 1 or 1 ½ hours).
    • Once the dough is ready, transfer it to a floured surface. Cut it into 8 separate pieces.
    • Heat a large skillet to medium-high heat.
    • Roll each piece out with a rolling pin, creating a thin oval, and place them one at a time in the skillet. Cook for 1 minute (or until it begins to form bubbles), flip it and cook it for one more minute on the other side.
    • Serve sprinkled with fresh parsley.
      2 tablespoons fresh parsley leaves

    Notes

    • Once cooled, this pumpkin naan bread can be stored at room temperature for up to three days in a plastic bag.
    • It can be frozen for up to 2 months.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 230kcalCarbohydrates: 48gProtein: 7gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 0.3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.3gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.3gTrans Fat: 0.003gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 594mgPotassium: 127mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1306IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 29mgIron: 3mg

    Nutrition information on In the Kitch is provided as a courtesy and is an estimate only. It may not include toppings and/or sauces.

    Want to see our recipes in action?Subscribe to our channel on Youtube!

    More Homemade Sweet & Savory Bread Recipes

    • Pancaked bread slices stacked with syrup on small plate.
      Moist Pancake Bread Recipe
    • Frosted pumpkin cream cheese bread sliced open.
      Frosted Pumpkin Cream Cheese Bread
    • English muffins with ham and egg on cutting board.
      Electric Skillet English Muffins with Ham and Cheese
    • Electric skillet biscuits in a wooden tray.
      Electric Skillet Biscuits
    285 shares
    • Share110
    • Tweet
    • Email
    • Bluesky
    • Reddit

    Reader Interactions

    Comments

      5 from 4 votes (2 ratings without comment)

      Leave a Reply Cancel reply

      Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

      Recipe Rating




    1. Rae says

      September 01, 2022 at 9:52 am

      Delicious recipe! I used half pumpkin half water and it still came out really good! They cooked up great on my bbq griddle

      Reply
      • Joss D says

        September 01, 2022 at 10:28 am

        Thank you so much for the comment Rae!

        Reply
    2. Christina N De Jesus Villanueva says

      December 29, 2021 at 5:42 pm

      A question, how soft is soft for the Dough? Can you provide an estimated kneeding time? Another question, how thin is thin? Can you provide a measurement of thickness in cm? Thank you!

      Reply
      • Joss D says

        December 30, 2021 at 9:15 am

        Hi Christina. It usually only takes about 5 minutes to knead until soft, smooth and slightly sticky (it shouldn't feel tough or dry). As for how thin, it should be about 0.3 cm to 0.4 cm (3mm to 4 mm / 0.12" – 0.16"). Hope that helps!

        Reply
    3. Matt - Total Feasts says

      September 06, 2019 at 11:14 pm

      I'm so intrigued by this combination, I love Naan and I love pumpkin. I'd never of thought to put them together. Am going to have to give it a go next time we have a curry!

      Reply
      • Joss D says

        September 07, 2019 at 9:34 am

        Thanks Matt!! I also love naan and pumpkin, so this was a winning combination for me. 🙂

        Reply

    Primary Sidebar

    Joss D author image.

    Hi, I'm Joss!

    I am the creator and editor of In the Kitch. I am inviting you on this food journey with me to learn, grow and bring out that inner chef in you. I hope to inspire you to get creative in your own kitchen!

    More about me →

    Summer Recipes

    • Melon prosciutto skewers with toothpicks.
      Melon Prosciutto Skewers (Summer Appetizer)
    • Watermelon basil cocktail in wine glass with watermelon swizzle stick.
      Frozen Watermelon Basil Cocktail
    • Bison Tacos
    • Watermelon salad with basil in black salad bowl.
      Watermelon Basil Salad
    • Grilled bison ribeye steak sliced on cutting board with spices on the side.
      Grilled Bison Ribeye Steaks
    • Strawberry crumble in tart dish with vanilla ice cream and spoon.
      Easy Strawberry Crumble

    Popular

    • Strawberry slushy margarita with mint leaves.
      How to Make a Slushy Margarita
    • Cake pop frosting in bowl with spatula.
      Cake Pop Frosting & Coating
    • Sliced candied limes on wooden counter.
      How to Candy Limes
    • Hamburger scrambled eggs in cast iron pan.
      Hamburger Scrambled Eggs
    • Electric skillet fried chicken in a dish.
      Electric Skillet Fried Chicken
    • Electric skillet pot roast with vegetables on serving tray.
      Electric Skillet Pot Roast

    Footer

    ↑ back to top

    In the Kitch

    • Privacy Policy
    • Terms & Conditions
    • Disclaimer
    • Accessibility Statement

    About

    • About
    • The Team

    Contact

    • Contact

    As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

    Copyright © 2025 In the Kitch

    Rate This Recipe

    Your vote:




    A rating is required
    A name is required
    An email is required

    Recipe Ratings without Comment

    Something went wrong. Please try again.