Description
Indulge in the warmth and comfort of this Pumpkin Banana Bread Recipe, a delightful fusion of pumpkin and ripe bananas that captures the essence of fall. This moist loaf, infused with aromatic spices, is perfect for breakfast, an afternoon snack, or as a sweet treat at gatherings. With its simple preparation and the ability to use overripe bananas, this recipe not only reduces food waste but also delivers a deliciously satisfying experience. Enjoy each slice on its own or enhance it with your favorite toppings for an extra layer of flavor.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
- ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- ¾ cup pumpkin puree
- 2 medium overripe bananas
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9×5-inch loaf pan by greasing it.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the flour, pumpkin pie spice, baking soda, and salt.
- In a larger bowl, mix brown sugar, vegetable oil, pumpkin puree, and mashed bananas until well combined. Stir in eggs and vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture until just combined; do not overmix.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 40-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Allow the bread to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg