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Pumpkin Banana Bread

Moist Pumpkin Banana Bread That Will Cozy Up Your Day

This Moist Pumpkin Banana Bread combines the sweetness of ripe bananas with the rich flavor of pumpkin, making it a delightful treat for any time of day.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 cup mashed ripe bananas overripe is best for flavor
  • 1 cup canned pumpkin puree can substitute with fresh pumpkin if well-drained
  • ½ cup unsalted butter melted; or use olive oil for dairy-free
  • 1 cup brown sugar can swap with white sugar in a pinch
  • 2 large eggs can use flax eggs for vegan
  • cups all-purpose flour or whole wheat flour for added nutrition
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda check for freshness!
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt kosher salt works well
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon or adjust according to your taste
  • ½ teaspoon nutmeg
  • a pinch cloves
Optional Mix-ins
  • ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans omit for nut-free option
  • ½ cup chocolate chips can swap with dried fruits

Equipment

  • Loaf Pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • spatula
  • Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a standard loaf pan.
    Pumpkin Banana Bread
  2. In a large bowl, mix together mashed bananas, pumpkin puree, melted butter, brown sugar, and eggs until smooth.
    Pumpkin Banana Bread
  3. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves until combined.
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  4. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined; avoid overmixing.
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  5. Optionally, fold in chopped nuts and chocolate chips, mixing gently.
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  6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 50 to 60 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
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  7. Let the loaf cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.7mg

Notes

For best results, use very ripe bananas and store in an airtight container at room temperature for a few days. Freeze for longer storage.

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