This Pumpkin Chip Banana Bread is soft, ultra-moist, and filled with cozy fall flavors. Made with ripe bananas, real pumpkin puree, warm spices, and sweet chocolate chips, this easy loaf recipe is perfect for autumn mornings, holiday gatherings, or a comforting snack with coffee.
If you love pumpkin bread and classic banana bread, this recipe gives you the best of both worlds!
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Ripe bananas | 2 medium | Mashed |
| Pumpkin puree | 1 cup | 100% pure pumpkin |
| All-purpose flour | 1½ cups | Spoon & level |
| Baking soda | 1 teaspoon | For rise |
| Baking powder | ½ teaspoon | Extra lift |
| Salt | ½ teaspoon | Balances sweetness |
| Granulated sugar | ¾ cup | Adjust to taste |
| Brown sugar | ¼ cup | Adds moisture |
| Eggs | 2 large | Room temperature |
| Vegetable oil | ½ cup | Keeps bread moist |
| Vanilla extract | 1 teaspoon | Enhances flavor |
| Pumpkin pie spice | 1½ teaspoons | Or cinnamon blend |
| Chocolate chips | ¾ cup | Semi-sweet or dark |
| Chopped walnuts (optional) | ½ cup | Optional crunch |
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat & Prepare
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Grease and line a loaf pan with parchment paper.
Step 2: Mix Wet Ingredients
In a large bowl, mash bananas until smooth.
Add pumpkin puree, eggs, oil, sugars, and vanilla extract. Whisk until combined.
Step 3: Add Dry Ingredients
Stir in flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and pumpkin pie spice. Mix gently until just combined.
Step 4: Fold in Chocolate Chips
Fold in chocolate chips and walnuts (if using).
Step 5: Bake
Pour batter into prepared loaf pan.
Bake for 55–65 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
Step 6: Cool & Slice
Let cool in pan for 10–15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Slice once fully cooled.
Tips for the Best Pumpkin Banana Bread
- Use very ripe bananas for natural sweetness.
- Do not overmix to keep the texture tender.
- Sprinkle extra chocolate chips on top before baking.
- Store tightly wrapped to maintain moisture.
Storage
- Room temperature: 2–3 days
- Refrigerator: Up to 5 days
- Freezer: Up to 2 months (slice before freezing)
