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A close-up slice of pumpkin banana bread on a light grey ceramic plate with natural lighting.

A Slice of Autumn: The Story Behind Healthy No Added Sugar Pumpkin Banana Bread

Enjoy a moist, flavorful pumpkin banana bread that's naturally sweetened and wholesome, perfect for a cozy autumn treat.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 pieces ripe bananas, mashed
  • 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
  • 2 cups whole wheat flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 0.5 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 0.25 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 cup unsweetened applesauce
  • 0.5 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
  2. Mix mashed bananas and pumpkin until blended, then add applesauce and vanilla.
  3. Whisk together dry ingredients; combine with wet mixture.
  4. Fold in nuts if using, pour into pan, and smooth top.
  5. Bake for 50-60 minutes, cool, then slice and serve.

Notes

This bread is naturally sweetened with bananas and pumpkin, making it a healthy treat.