Pumpkin Banana Bread
For those who can't get enough of pumpkin and banana bread, this delightful Pumpkin Banana Bread is sure to please. Bursting with the rich flavors of pumpkin puree and a blend of warming pumpkin spices, this bread is both moist and utterly irresistible.
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Ingredients
- baking spray
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1 1/2 tsp pumpkin spice
- 3 medium very ripe medium bananas
- 1/2 cup pureed pumpkin
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar
- 1 large egg white
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup chopped pecans
- 3/4 cup unbleached all purpose flour
- 1/2 cup white whole wheat flour
- 3/4 tsp baking soda
Instructions
- 1
Begin by setting your oven to 325°F. Lightly coat a 9x5 inch loaf pan with baking spray to prevent sticking.
- 2
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, ground cinnamon, pumpkin spice, and salt. Set this mixture aside for later use.
- 3
In a larger mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to cream together the butter and sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy.
- 4
Incorporate the egg whites, whole egg, mashed bananas, pumpkin puree, and vanilla extract into the butter-sugar mixture, mixing at medium speed until the batter thickens. Be sure to scrape down the sides of the bowl to ensure everything is well combined.
- 5
Gradually add the flour mixture and nuts (if you’re including them), then mix on low speed just until everything is combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the bread tender.
- 6
Transfer the batter into the prepared loaf pan and place it on the center oven rack. Bake for 55 to 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- 7
Allow the loaf to cool in the pan for at least 20 minutes. It’s best to wait until the bread reaches room temperature before slicing.