Description
A soft, flavorful bread that merges the sweetness of bananas with the warm, spicy flavors of pumpkin, perfect for any time of day. #Pumpkin Banana Bread
Ingredients
1 cup mashed ripe bananas (about 2 large)
1 cup pure pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
1 cup granulated sugar (or use coconut sugar for a refined-sugar-free version)
1/2 cup vegetable oil (or melted coconut oil)
2 large eggs, at room temperature
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Optional: 1/2 cup chopped nuts, pecans, or dark chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare:
Heat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper to make removal easy. - Wet Ingredients First:
Mash the bananas in a big basin until they’re smooth. Add the pumpkin puree, sugar, and oil, mixing well. Incorporate the eggs one at a time, beating until each is fully mixed. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Mix the Dry Ingredients:
In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, pumpkin pie spice, and cinnamon. This guarantees that the spices and leavening agents are distributed evenly.
- Combine Wet and Dry:
Stir just until mixed as you slowly fold the dry ingredients into the liquid mixture. The batter should remain somewhat lumpy to preserve the softness of the bread. If you’re adding nuts or chocolate chips, fold them in gently.
- Pour and Bake:
Once the batter is in the loaf pan, use a spatula to smooth the top of it. Bake for 55-65 minutes, checking with a toothpick inserted in the center. It’s done if it comes out clean or with a few wet crumbs. To prevent over-browning, you can wrap the bread in foil if necessary.
- Cool Before Slicing:
Let the bread rest in the pan for 10 minutes, then move it to a wire rack to cool completely. Patience is key here for the best texture!
Notes
For the best results, make sure to use very ripe bananas—the more overripe and spotty, the sweeter and more flavorful your bread will be. Don’t be afraid to customize the recipe: adding chopped nuts, dried cranberries, or even a swirl of your favorite nut butter can elevate the flavor and texture. Also, if you find that the top of your bread is browning too quickly in the oven, tent it loosely with aluminum foil to ensure even baking without over-browning. Enjoy the process and feel free to experiment to make it your own! Happy baking!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Baked Goods
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg