Description
This dairy-free pumpkin banana bread is a moist, tender, and flavor-packed loaf that perfectly combines the earthy sweetness of pumpkin with the natural richness of ripe bananas. Developed to provide a perfect texture without butter, this quick bread is spiced with cinnamon, ginger, cloves, and nutmeg. It is an ideal snack for cozy afternoons or a wholesome breakfast option that remains soft for days, filling your kitchen with a warm, inviting aroma.
Ingredients
3 cups unbleached all-purpose flour
2 tsp baking soda
1 tsp kosher salt
1/2 tsp baking powder
1 1/2 tsp cinnamon
3/4 tsp ginger
1/2 tsp cloves
1/4 tsp freshly grated nutmeg
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup light brown sugar
2/3 cup vegetable oil
3 large eggs
1 cup canned pumpkin puree
1 cup mashed ripe banana
1 cup chopped pecans
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan.
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, baking powder, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, and nutmeg.
In a separate medium bowl, beat the eggs, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth.
Add the vegetable oil, pumpkin puree, and mashed banana to the egg mixture, blending until well combined.
Fold the dry ingredient mixture into the wet ingredients until just incorporated, being careful not to overmix.
Fold in the chopped pecans by hand.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
Bake for 60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Allow to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Ensure your bananas are very ripe with heavy brown spots for the best flavor and moisture. You can substitute the pecans with walnuts if preferred. For a gluten-free version, use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend. Store at room temperature in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 60
- Category: Baking
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 285
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg