Description
A Moist and Flavorful Fall Treat with Bananas, Pumpkin, and Chocolate Chips!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup mashed ripe bananas (about 2-3 bananas)
- 1 cup pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ½ cup vegetable oil or melted coconut oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ¼ teaspoon ground cloves (optional)
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chocolate chips (semi-sweet or dark)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
- Mix Wet Ingredients:
- In a large bowl, whisk together the mashed bananas, pumpkin puree, granulated sugar, brown sugar, oil, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth and well combined.
- Mix Dry Ingredients:
- In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves (if using), and salt.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients:
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Add Chocolate Chips:
- Fold in the chocolate chips, reserving a small handful to sprinkle on top of the batter.
- Pour into Pan:
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and sprinkle the reserved chocolate chips on top for an extra chocolatey finish.
- Bake:
- Bake for 55-65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
- Let the bread cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Storage: Store at room temperature in an airtight container for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for up to 1 week.
- Freezing: This bread freezes beautifully! Wrap individual slices or the whole loaf in plastic wrap and foil, then freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature or heat slices in the microwave.
- Add-ins: You can add chopped nuts, like walnuts or pecans, for added texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 55-65 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 250
- Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Protein: 4g