A moist and flavorful loaf combining the sweetness of ripe bananas with the warmth of pumpkin and spices.

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1 cup mashed ripe bananas (about 2–3 bananas)

1 cup pumpkin puree

2 large eggs

1/2 cup vegetable oil

1/4 cup milk

3/4 cup brown sugar

1/4 cup granulated sugar

1 tsp vanilla extract

1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour

1 tsp baking soda

1/2 tsp baking powder

1/2 tsp salt

1 tsp ground cinnamon

1/2 tsp ground nutmeg

1/4 tsp ground cloves

1/4 tsp ground ginger

1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)

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1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.

2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together mashed bananas, pumpkin puree, eggs, oil, milk, sugars, and vanilla extract until well combined.

3. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and spices.

4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring just until combined. Do not overmix.

5. If using, fold in the chopped nuts.

6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.

7. Bake for 55–65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

8. Allow the loaf to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then remove and transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

This loaf tastes even better the next day as the flavors develop.

You can freeze slices individually for an easy grab-and-go breakfast.

Try adding chocolate chips for a sweeter twist.