Sweet Pumpkin Banana Chocolate Chip Bread Recipe
This Sweet Pumpkin Banana Chocolate Chip Bread is a moist and flavorful loaf combining the natural sweetness of ripe bananas and pumpkin puree with rich dark chocolate chips. Perfect for breakfast or a cozy snack, this bread offers a comforting blend of spices and textures that satisfy any sweet tooth while adding a seasonal twist.
- Author: Luna
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: 1 loaf (about 8 slices) 1x
- Category: Bread, Snack, Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Wet Ingredients
- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- 2/3 cup canned pumpkin
- 1 large egg, at room temperature
- 5 tbsp melted butter, cooled
- 1/3 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 to 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice (optional)
Add-ins
- 1 cup dark chocolate chips, divided (3/4 cup for batter, 1/4 cup for topping)
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a bread pan or line it with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a medium bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth. Whisk in the egg, then add the melted butter, vanilla extract, canned pumpkin, and brown sugar. Mix until well combined for a smooth, flavorful base.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, sea salt, baking soda, and baking powder. If using, add the pumpkin pie spice now to infuse warm seasonal flavors.
- Mix Wet and Dry: Pour the dry mixture into the wet mixture and gently stir until just combined to avoid overmixing which can make the bread dense.
- Add Chocolate Chips: Fold in 3/4 cup of dark chocolate chips into the batter evenly. Transfer the batter into the prepared pan and sprinkle the remaining 1/4 cup of chocolate chips on top for a decorative touch.
- Bake the Bread: Bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the bread to cool in the pan before slicing to ensure clean cuts and optimal texture.
Notes
- Use very ripe bananas for the best natural sweetness and moisture.
- Optionally adjust pumpkin pie spice to taste or omit for a milder flavor.
- Make sure the melted butter is cooled to avoid cooking the egg when mixing.
- Ensure not to overmix the batter to keep the bread tender.
- Store leftovers wrapped at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 of loaf)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: pumpkin bread, banana bread, chocolate chip bread, fall recipes, easy bread recipes