Pumpkin Banana Bread
Ingredients
- cooking spray
- 2 c.all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp.ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp.kosher salt
- 1 tsp.baking soda
- ½ tsp.baking powder
- ½ tsp.ground ginger
- 4 tbsp.butter
melted
- ¾ c.packed brown sugar
- 1 largeegg
- 1 tsp.pure vanilla extract
- 1 c.pumpkin puree
- 1 c.mashed bananas
from about 2 large bananas
- pumpkin seeds
Directions
- 1
Preheat oven to 350° and grease a loaf pan with cooking spray. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cinnamon, salt, baking soda, baking powder, and ginger.
- 2
In another large bowl, whisk together melted butter, sugar, egg, and vanilla. Add pumpkin puree and mashed bananas and whisk until combined. Add dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
- 3
Pour batter into prepared loaf pan and top with pumpkin seeds. Bake until a toothpick inserted in the middle comes out clean, 1 hour to 1 hour and 10 minutes. Let cool before slicing.
Pumpkin Banana Bread
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About this Recipe
Ready to bake a treat that captures the essence of fall and the comfort of home? This Pumpkin Banana Bread offers a truly soft, moist, and perfectly spiced experience that will become an instant favorite in your kitchen.
This recipe shines by combining the natural sweetness and tenderizing qualities of mashed bananas with the rich, earthy notes of pumpkin puree. It’s a marriage of flavors that ensures an exceptionally moist crumb, while a careful blend of spices like ground cinnamon and ginger provides that signature warmth. The use of both baking soda and baking powder works together to create an airy, yet dense, structure that truly makes this bread stand out.
You can expect a delightful, tender loaf with this Pumpkin Banana Bread. Each slice promises a soft, moist texture that's a joy to bite into, brimming with the comforting aroma of autumn baking that fills your entire home. The flavors are perfectly balanced, with the natural sweetness of ripe banana expertly complementing the subtle earthiness of pumpkin, all brought together by a harmonious symphony of classic spices. This naturally vegetarian dish is an approachable baking project, delivering rich, satisfying results that feel both familiar and wonderfully special, perfect for sharing.
Elevate the texture and presentation by scattering extra pumpkin seeds over the top before baking for a pleasant crunch and visual appeal. If you're out of brown sugar, granulated sugar can be used, though brown sugar contributes to the moistness and a deeper flavor. For an even more complex spice profile, consider adding a pinch of nutmeg or allspice alongside the cinnamon and ginger.
This perfectly spiced Pumpkin Banana Bread is fantastic enjoyed warm, perhaps with your morning coffee, or as a delightful offering for an autumn brunch gathering. It’s also wonderful as a comforting snack throughout the day.