Ingredients:
- Flour: 2 cups
- Baking Soda: 1 teaspoon
- Baking Powder: ¾ teaspoon
- Salt: ¾ teaspoon
- Ground Cinnamon: ½ teaspoon
- Ground Ginger: ½ teaspoon
- Pumpkin Pie Spice: ½ teaspoon
- Banana: 1½ cups, mashed
- Pumpkin Puree: ½ cup
- Pure Maple Syrup: ½ cup
- Oil: â…“ cup
- Pure Vanilla Extract: 2 teaspoons
- Mini Chocolate Chips: ½ cup (optional)
Instructions:
- Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5 loaf pan and set aside.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, ginger, and pumpkin pie spice.
- Prepare Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together mashed banana, pumpkin puree, maple syrup, oil, and vanilla extract.
- Combine: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until a batter forms. If desired, fold in mini chocolate chips for extra sweetness.
- Bake: Smooth the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Bake on the center rack for 45 minutes or until golden and cooked through. Test with a toothpick—it should come out clean.
- Cool & Serve: Let the bread cool completely before slicing. The taste and texture improve even more the next day!
This bread is moist, flavorful, and perfect for fall or any time you crave a cozy treat. Let me know if you’d like tips on variations or serving ideas!