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Cozy One-Bowl Pumpkin Banana Bread Recipe with Honey Glaze and Toasted Pepitas

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A moist and flavorful pumpkin banana bread made in one bowl, topped with toasted pepitas and a sticky honey glaze. Perfect for a cozy fall treat or anytime you want a comforting sweet bread.

Ingredients

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  • 3 medium ripe bananas, mashed
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree (smooth canned pumpkin, not pumpkin pie filling)
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil or melted butter
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup toasted pepitas (pumpkin seeds)
  • 2 tablespoons honey (for glaze)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
  2. Spread 1/2 cup raw pepitas on a baking sheet and toast in the oven for 5-7 minutes until fragrant and lightly browned. Set aside to cool.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1 teaspoon baking powder, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg, and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
  4. Add 3 mashed ripe bananas, 1 cup pumpkin puree, 3/4 cup granulated sugar, 1/4 cup packed brown sugar, 1/2 cup vegetable oil or melted butter, 2 large eggs, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Gently fold together with a wooden spoon or silicone spatula until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Fold in most of the toasted pepitas, reserving a small handful for topping.
  6. Pour the batter evenly into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. Sprinkle the reserved pepitas over the top.
  7. Bake for 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs. Tent with foil if the top browns too quickly.
  8. Let the bread cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack.
  9. While still slightly warm, drizzle 2 tablespoons honey over the top to create a glaze.
  10. Allow the bread to cool completely before slicing for best texture.

Notes

Use ripe bananas for natural sweetness and moisture. Do not overmix the batter to avoid tough bread. Toast pepitas just before baking for best flavor. Apply honey glaze while bread is warm but not hot. Let bread cool completely before slicing to prevent crumbling. For gluten-free, substitute flour with a gluten-free blend including xanthan gum. For vegan, use flax eggs and maple syrup instead of honey.

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Keywords: pumpkin banana bread, one-bowl bread, honey glaze, toasted pepitas, fall recipe, easy bread, moist banana bread, pumpkin bread

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