Description
Indulge in the perfect blend of pumpkin and banana in this moist, flavorful Pumpkin Banana Bread. Packed with aromatic spices and a hint of sweetness, this quick bread is a delightful treat for breakfast, snacking, or dessert.
Ingredients
– 1 cup (230g) pumpkin puree
– 3 ripe bananas, mashed
– 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
– 1/4 cup (50g) brown sugar
– 2 eggs
– 1/3 cup (80ml) vegetable oil
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 1 3/4 cups (210g) all-purpose flour
– 1 teaspoon baking soda
– 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
– 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
– 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
– 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
– 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
1. – Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan and set it aside.
2. – In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth. Add the pumpkin puree, granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract. Whisk the ingredients together until well combined.
3. – In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt.
4. – Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Do not overmix.
5. – Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
6. – Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7. – Allow the Pumpkin Banana Bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.
Notes
– For a crunchier top, sprinkle the loaf with turbinado sugar before baking.
– Swap out the vegetable oil for melted butter for a richer flavor.
– Fold in 1/2 cup of chopped walnuts or pecans for extra texture.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 50
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American