Description

This Pumpkin Banana Bread is a delightful fusion of flavors, combining the sweetness of ripe bananas with the earthy richness of pumpkin. Moist and flavorful, this bread is perfect for a cozy fall morning or as a sweet treat any time of the day.

Ingredients

Bread:

1 cup mashed ripe banana (about 2 bananas)
1 cup canned pumpkin puree
2 large eggs
½ cup vegetable oil
¾ cup granulated sugar
¼ cup brown sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
1 ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
¼ teaspoon ground ginger
¼ teaspoon ground cloves
½ cup chopped walnuts or chocolate chips (optional)

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Instructions

Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
Mix wet ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together mashed bananas, pumpkin puree, eggs, oil, sugars, and vanilla.
Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and spices.
Combine mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. Fold in walnuts or chocolate chips if desired.
Bake: Pour the batter into the loaf pan and bake for 55–65 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
Cool and serve: Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

This bread stays moist for days and tastes even better the next day.
Store at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.