Description
Warm autumn vibes flow through this pumpkin banana bread, blending classic comfort with seasonal charm. Spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg, each slice promises a delightful journey of sweet, moist comfort perfect for sharing with friends and family.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) canned pumpkin puree
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) mashed ripe bananas (about 2 medium bananas)
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup (120 milliliters) vegetable oil (or melted butter)
Sweeteners:
- ¾ cup (150 grams) brown sugar
- ¼ cup (50 grams) granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients:
- 1 ¾ cups (220 grams) all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ¼ teaspoon ground cloves
- ¼ teaspoon ground ginger
Optional Add-ins:
- ½ cup (60 grams) chopped walnuts or chocolate chips
Instructions
- Prepare the oven environment by warming it to 350F (175C) and preparing a 9×5-inch loaf pan with a light coating of grease or a parchment paper lining.
- Create a luscious wet mixture by thoroughly whisking ripe mashed bananas, smooth pumpkin puree, neutral cooking oil, fresh eggs, rich brown sugar, granulated sugar, and aromatic vanilla extract until the texture becomes silky and fully integrated.
- In a separate vessel, harmonize the dry ingredients by gently blending flour, baking soda, baking powder, sea salt, warm ground cinnamon, fragrant nutmeg, earthy cloves, and zesty ginger.
- Carefully marry the wet and dry ingredient mixtures, using gentle folding techniques to incorporate them without overworking the batter. If desired, introduce chopped nuts or decadent chocolate chips during this delicate blending process.
- Transfer the velvety batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the surface with a spatula to ensure an even distribution and attractive final appearance.
- Slide the pan into the preheated oven and bake for 55-65 minutes, monitoring until a slender toothpick inserted into the bread’s center emerges completely clean, indicating perfect doneness.
Notes
- Moisture Boost: Overripe bananas are your secret weapon for ultra-moist pumpkin banana bread, delivering deeper sweetness and softer texture.
- Spice Balance: Freshly ground spices dramatically elevate the flavor profile, creating a more vibrant and aromatic baked treat compared to pre-ground alternatives.
- Gluten-Free Modification: Swap wheat flour with a cup-for-cup gluten-free blend to make this recipe celiac-friendly without compromising the bread’s delightful texture.
- Healthy Swap: Replace half the oil with unsweetened applesauce to reduce calories and add natural sweetness while maintaining the bread’s signature moistness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 215
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg