Whole Grain Pumpkin Banana Bread

Indulge in the cozy flavors of fall with this Whole Grain Pumpkin Banana Bread, a wholesome twist on a classic favorite. Made with hearty whole wheat flour, naturally sweet bananas, and creamy pumpkin puree, this bread is packed with nutrients and delightful autumnal spices like cinnamon and nutmeg. Sweetened with honey and unsweetened applesauce, it strikes the perfect balance between healthy and delicious, making it an ideal treat for breakfast or a guilt-free snack. Optional mix-ins of crunchy walnuts or melty dark chocolate chips add a customizable touch of texture and flavor. Quick to prepare and baked to golden perfection, this moist and fluffy loaf is a must-try for anyone craving a comforting, homemade bake filled with seasonal goodness.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups Whole wheat flour
• 1.5 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Baking soda
• 1.5 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoons Ground nutmeg
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 2 large Bananas, ripe and mashed
• 1 cup Pumpkin puree
• 2 large Eggs
• 0.5 cups Honey
• 0.25 cups Unsweetened applesauce
• 1 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 0.5 cups Chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
• 0.5 cups Dark chocolate chips (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease or line a 9x5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, baking powder, baking soda, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt until well combined.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth. Add the pumpkin puree, eggs, honey, applesauce, and vanilla extract. Whisk until everything is well incorporated.

Step 4

Gradually add the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Use a spatula to stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix the batter.

Step 5

If desired, fold in chopped walnuts or pecans and/or dark chocolate chips for added texture and flavor.

Step 6

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 55 to 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the loaf comes out clean.

Step 8

Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1272.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2761.6

Total Fat 99.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 31.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.9g
Cholesterol 376.9mg	0%
Sodium 2679.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 449.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 59.3g	0%
Total Sugars 202.2g
Protein 69.7g	0%

Vitamin D 82IU	0%
Calcium 390.2mg	0%
Iron 26.4mg	0%
Potassium 3726.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 30.1%

Protein: 9.4%

Carbs: 60.5%