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Pumpkin Banana Bread

A delicious fusion of sweet bananas and rich pumpkin puree, this ultimate fall baking recipe is perfect for cozy gatherings or breakfast treats.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Course Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 8 servings
Calories 210 kcal

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients

  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour You can use gluten-free flour as an alternative.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 0.25 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter, softened You can use coconut oil or a dairy-free butter alternative.
  • 0.75 cups granulated sugar Feel free to substitute with natural sweeteners like maple syrup.
  • 0.25 cups packed light brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs For a vegan option, substitute with flaxseed meal or applesauce.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cups mashed ripe banana (about 2-3 bananas) Use ripe bananas for the best flavor.
  • 1 cups pumpkin puree Do not use pumpkin pie filling.

Optional Ingredients

  • 0.5 cups chopped walnuts or pecans Feel free to leave out or replace with seeds for nut allergies.

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Gather all your ingredients and tools: a large mixing bowl, a whisk, a measuring cup, and a 9x5 inch loaf pan. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • In a large bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking soda, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, ground cloves, and salt. Set aside.

Mixing the Batter

  • In another bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and light brown sugar for about 3-5 minutes until light and fluffy.
  • Beat in the eggs one at a time and then stir in the vanilla extract.
  • Add mashed ripe banana and pumpkin puree; mix until just combined.
  • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, gently folding until just combined. A few streaks of flour are acceptable.
  • If using, fold in chopped walnuts or pecans.

Baking

  • Grease and flour your loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading evenly.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 55-70 minutes, checking for doneness with a skewer inserted into the center.
  • Allow the bread to cool in the pan for about 10-15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

For best results, serve warm with butter or cream cheese. You can drizzle with maple syrup or enjoy with chai tea or apple cider.
Keyword Autumn Recipes, Banana Bread, Fall Baking, Pumpkin Banana Bread, Pumpkin Recipes