This Banana Bread with Pumpkin Seeds recipe combines the classic flavors of banana bread with the added crunch and nutrition of pumpkin seeds. It’s a delightful twist that enhances the texture and taste of the traditional banana bread recipe.
Perfect for breakfast or as a snack, this recipe is easy to follow and requires simple ingredients. You can enjoy it fresh out of the oven or toasted with a spread of butter.
Delicious Banana Bread with Pumpkin Seeds
This banana bread features ripe bananas blended into a moist batter, complemented by the nutty flavor of pumpkin seeds. The recipe takes about 1 hour from start to finish and yields a loaf that serves 8 slices.
Ingredients
- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1/3 cup melted butter
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- Pinch of salt
- 3/4 cup sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup pumpkin seeds
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork. Stir in the melted butter until well combined.
- Add Sugar and Egg: Mix in the sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: Sprinkle the baking soda and salt over the mixture, then add the flour. Stir until just combined; do not overmix.
- Fold in Pumpkin Seeds: Gently fold in the pumpkin seeds into the batter.
- Pour into Pan: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the bread to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 8 slices
- Calories: 180kcal
- Fat: 7g
- Protein: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
