Pumpkin Cranberry Banana Bread – Recipe

Pumpkin Cranberry Banana Bread is a sweet and comforting treat that’s so hearty and perfect for extra pumpkin and overripe bananas!

Earlier this week I made a pumpkin pie, but only used half of the large can of pumpkin filling I had bought. Since I already had some over ripe bananas and some dried cranberries, I thought I would give this loaf a try.

I love using my home made Pumpkin Pie Spice in this recipe!

Why You’ll Love This Pumpkin Cranberry Banana Loaf

Here’s a Pumpkin Cranberry Banana Loaf Recipe for you that’s healthy and filling. It’s easy to make, healthy and filling and is perfect for a fast snack or even breakfast on the go!

You can use your stand mixer or just mix this loaf up by hand.

 

Ingredients for Pumpkin Cranberry Banana Bread

• mashed bananas – because this is banana bread, the riper the better!
• eggs
• olive oil
• pumpkin puree – I used some that I had leftover from making a pie; this gives your loaf a hearty pumpkin flavor!
• honey – a delicious natural sweetener.
• sugar – helps the honey do its job.
• flour – you can use whole wheat flour or all purpose flour
• baking powder and baking soda
• salt
• pumpkin pie spice – brings out the taste of the pumpkin and adds a new kind of flavor to your banana loaf.
• cinnamon – works great with the pie spice.
• dried cranberries – add extra sweetness and a little bit of nutrition as well! You could use fresh cranberries instead.

 

Pumpkin Quick Bread Recipe Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F, then grease and flour two loaf pans (or use cooking spray).

Grab a medium bowl to prepare the banana the wet ingredients. Mash your overripe bananas well, using a fork. You can also use a potato masher if that works better for you.

Stir together the mashed bananas, eggs, oil, pumpkin, honey, and sugar in a large mixing bowl.

In another large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, pumpkin pie spice, and cinnamon. I like to use a whisk for mixing this flour mixture, but a large wooden spoon works too.

Stir the dry ingredients into the banana pumpkin mixture, mixing thoroughly and then fold in the dried fruit.

Pour batter into your prepared pans and bake for about 45 minutes. Test by inserting a toothpick into the center of the loaf. Pull it out.

The pumpkin bread is done when the toothpick comes out clean, with no batter on it. Remove from the oven; I like to wait 10 minutes, then remove the loaf from the pan and allow to cool on a wire rack. 

Allow to cool for at least 20 minutes until slicing and serving!

Serving Suggestions and Variations

• Spread with some butter if you like and enjoy this banana loaf with some hot coffee!
• Add more spice such as ginger or nutmeg.
• Use a muffin tin or these mini loaves tins to make individual servings of this quick bread or pumpkin cranberry muffins.
• For some extra crunch, add chopped up walnuts, pecans, or any kind of nut you like to the batter.
• If you don’t like dried cranberries, any kind of dried fruit will work for this bread. Raisins or dried cherries or apricots cut into smaller pieces would be delicious!
• This banana loaf would also be delicious with a light glaze over top. Check out this great recipe from The Spruce Eats for how to make a simple glaze out of powdered sugar.
• To make this recipe vegan, omit the honey and replace the egg with either a half cup of applesauce or 2 tablespoons of ground chia seeds or flax seeds mixed with 6 tablespoons of water.

More Dessert Recipes

Our entire Country Living in a Cariboo Valley Recipe Collection can be found here, and check out some of these other delicious desserts!

• Here’s a classic banana bread recipe if you don’t have pumpkin or dried fruit on hand!
• Chewy Coconut Cookies are a sweet and light treat that are perfect for an afternoon snack or dessert.
• Can’t get enough loaf cakes? Try this Lemon Loaf Cake with Rosemary Glaze!
• This Fireball Pumpkin Pie is a great dessert to warm you up in the cold months.

 

Pumpkin Cranberry Bread

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First Published November 2013; latest update Dec 2024