If you’re searching for a moist, flavorful, and aromatic treat, this Pumpkin Banana Loaf is a must-try! 🍂 Combining the creamy sweetness of ripe bananas with the warm earthiness of pumpkin, this loaf is perfect for breakfast, snack time, or even dessert. 🎃 Packed with comforting spices and a soft texture, it’s a recipe you’ll bake on repeat.
Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 🥣
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt 🧂
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/2 cup canned pumpkin puree 🎃
- 2 ripe bananas, mashed 🍌
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil 🛢️
- 2 large eggs 🥚🥚
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg. The spices add the perfect seasonal touch! 🍂
- In a separate bowl, mix pumpkin puree, mashed bananas, sugars, oil, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined. 🍶
- Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture. Avoid overmixing to ensure a tender loaf.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the loaf cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack.
Serving Suggestion:
Enjoy this Pumpkin Banana Loaf warm or at room temperature with a dollop of butter or cream cheese spread. 🧈 It pairs perfectly with a cup of tea or coffee. ☕