Pumpkin Banana Bread

Pumpkin Banana Bread is a soft, moist quick bread that combines sweet ripe bananas with pumpkin puree and warm pumpkin pie spice for the ultimate cozy fall treat.

Loaded with brown sugar and optional crunchy walnuts, this easy homemade loaf is perfect for breakfast, snacking, or enjoying with a hot cup of coffee.
Why This Recipe is a Winner!
- Super moist and tender – Both ripe bananas and pumpkin puree give this bread an incredibly soft texture.
- Packed with fall flavor – Pumpkin pie spice brings plenty of warm, cozy flavor to every slice.
- Perfect for overripe bananas – A delicious way to use up those spotty bananas sitting on the counter.
- Easy to make – Just 10 minutes of prep before the loaf goes into the oven.
- No mixer required – Everything can be mixed easily by hand with a whisk and spatula.
- Freezer-friendly – Make an extra loaf or freeze individual slices for an easy treat later.

Prep Time:
10 minutes
Cook Time:
50 minutes
Yield:
12 servings

Ingredients You'll Need
- 2 cups all purpose flour
- 2 tsp. pumpkin pie spice
- 1 tsp. baking soda
- ½ tsp. baking powder
- ¼ tsp. salt
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 ripe bananas
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- ½ cup chopped walnuts, optional

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Step By Step Instructions
STEP 1:
I placed two ripe bananas in a mixing bowl and mashed them up.

STEP 2:
I added vegetable oil, granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, and pumpkin puree to the bowl and whisked well.

STEP 3:
In a separate bowl I whisked together flour, pumpkin pie spice, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.

STEP 4:
I folded the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients and added some chopped walnuts.


STEP 5:
I poured the batter into a parchment lined loaf pan and sprinkled some chopped walnuts on top.

STEP 6:
I baked the loaf until a toothpick inserted in the center came up clean.
I allowed it to cool slightly in the pan and then transferred it to a cooling rack.


Every bite of this Pumpkin Banana Bread is soft, moist, and filled with sweet banana, cozy pumpkin spice, and little bits of crunchy walnut.

Enjoy a thick slice warm or at room temperature with a pat of butter and a hot cup of coffee for the perfect fall treat.

If you are looking for the perfect pumpkiny treat for fall, then you need to try this Pumpkin Banana Bread!

Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use fresh pumpkin instead of canned pumpkin puree?
- Yes. You can use homemade pumpkin puree, but make sure it has a similar thick consistency to canned pumpkin puree so you don't add too much moisture to the bread.
Can I leave out the walnuts?
- Absolutely. The walnuts are optional, so you can leave them out without making any other changes to the recipe.
Can I add chocolate chips?
- Yes. Chocolate chips are a delicious addition to pumpkin banana bread. You can use semi-sweet, milk, or dark chocolate chips.
How should I store pumpkin banana bread?
- Once completely cooled, store the bread in an airtight container or tightly wrapped at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, keep it in the refrigerator.
Can I freeze pumpkin banana bread?
- Yes. Wrap the whole cooled loaf or individual slices tightly before placing them in a freezer-safe container or bag. Individual slices are especially convenient for thawing as needed.
Can I use pumpkin pie filling instead of pumpkin puree?
- No. Pumpkin pie filling contains added sugar and spices that can throw off the flavor and sweetness of the recipe. Use 100% pure pumpkin puree.
Pumpkin Banana Bread
Pumpkin Banana Bread is a soft, moist quick bread that combines sweet ripe bananas with pumpkin puree and warm pumpkin pie spice for the ultimate cozy fall treat.
Loaded with brown sugar and optional crunchy walnuts, this easy homemade loaf is perfect for breakfast, snacking, or enjoying with a hot cup of coffee.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all purpose flour
- 2 tsp. pumpkin pie spice
- 1 tsp. baking soda
- ½ tsp. baking powder
- ¼ tsp. salt
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 ripe bananas
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- ½ cup chopped walnuts, optional
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Spray a loaf pan with nonstick spray, and line with parchment.
- In a large mixing bowl, mash the bananas.
- Add the vegetable oil, granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, and pumpkin puree. Whisk until combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, pumpkin pie spice, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- Add half the flour mixture to the larger bowl, folding the flour into the mix until just incorporated.
- Add the remaining flour and fold into the batter again, until just incorporated, careful not to over mix.
- Fold in the chopped walnuts.
- Add the batter to the prepared pan and top with additional chopped walnuts if dersired.
- Bake for 50-55 minutes, until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow the bread to cool slightly and enjoy.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 12 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 428Total Fat: 18gSaturated Fat: 2gUnsaturated Fat: 17gCholesterol: 31mgSodium: 211mgCarbohydrates: 60gFiber: 3gSugar: 24gProtein: 7g

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