Description

A moist, chocolate-studded loaf that blends the comforting flavors of ripe bananas and pumpkin puree. This easy one-bowl recipe is a fall-inspired twist on classic banana bread, packed with melty dark chocolate chips and warm pumpkin spice. Perfect for cozy breakfasts, afternoon treats, or a simple way to use up overripe bananas and leftover pumpkin.

Ingredients

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3 very ripe bananas, mashed (about 1 1/2 cups)
1 large egg, room temperature
2/3 cup (150g) pumpkin puree
1 1/2 cups (190g) all-purpose flour
1/3 cup (70g) brown sugar
5 tablespoons (70g) unsalted butter, melted and cooled
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
1 cup (170g) dark chocolate chips, divided
1/2 – 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice (optional but recommended)

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Instructions

Prepare Oven & Pan: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 5×9 inch loaf pan or line with parchment paper.
Mix Wet Ingredients: In a medium bowl, mash bananas until smooth. Add egg, melted butter, vanilla, pumpkin puree, and brown sugar. Whisk until well combined.
Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, baking powder, sea salt, and pumpkin pie spice.
Mix Batter: Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined.
Add Chocolate Chips: Fold in 3/4 cup chocolate chips, reserving 1/4 cup for topping.
Bake: Pour batter into prepared pan. Sprinkle remaining chocolate chips on top. Bake for 50–60 minutes. Tent with foil if browning too quickly.
Cool: Let bread cool in pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Notes

Use very ripe, spotty bananas for best flavor and moisture.

Ensure you’re using pure pumpkin puree, not pumpkin pie filling.

Customize by adding nuts like walnuts or pecans for extra texture.

Allow bread to cool before slicing to avoid crumbly slices.

Can be frozen in individual slices for quick treats later.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 55 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Oven-Baked
Cuisine: American