Description
This Easy Pumpkin Banana Bread combines ripe bananas and creamy pumpkin puree to create a moist, flavorful quick bread. Made with a spice cake mix for convenience, it blends fall-inspired spices and natural sweetness into a delicious treat perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert.
Ingredients
Wet Ingredients
- 3 Bananas, ripe and mashed
- 1/2 cup Pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
- 3 Large eggs, room temperature
- 1/2 cup Oil
Dry Ingredients
- 1 box (15.25 oz) Spice cake mix
Instructions
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed bananas, pumpkin puree, eggs, and oil. Stir until the mixture is smooth and evenly blended.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the spice cake mix to the wet ingredients. Mix gently until just combined; avoid over-mixing to ensure the bread stays tender.
- Prepare Pans: Grease and flour two loaf pans measuring 8×4 inches each to prevent sticking.
- Pour Batter: Evenly divide the batter between the two prepared loaf pans, smoothing the tops.
- Bake: Preheat the oven to 350°F (177°C). Bake the loaves for 45 to 50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Notes
- Use ripe bananas for maximum sweetness and moisture.
- Do not substitute pumpkin puree with pumpkin pie filling, as it contains added sugars and spices that may alter the flavor.
- Allow the bread to cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- You can add nuts or chocolate chips for extra texture if desired.
- Store leftovers wrapped tightly at room temperature for up to 3 days, or freeze for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Quick Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
