Pumpkin Banana Mini-Loaves

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This delicious, moist quick bread marries the wonderful flavors of two all time classics, pumpkin and banana, with a subtle spicing that allows the flavors of each to ring true.

It’s a also perfect for giving to friends and loved ones. For plenty of gift-giving options I have included baking times for a full loaf, mini-loaves, and muffins. Baked big or small, it’s guaranteed to be loved by all.

from marlenekoch.com

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup canned 100% pure pumpkin
  • 1 large banana, mashed
  • 1/4 cup canola oil
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons molasses
  • 3/4 cup granulated no- calorie sweetener* (see below for more options)
  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger

Preparation

Step 1

1.Preheat the oven to 350°F. Lightly coat 3 small loaf pans (or one 9X5-inch loaf pan or 12 muffin cups) with non-stick cooking spray.

2.In a medium bowl, whisk together the first seven ingredients (pumpkin through sweetener). In a large bowl, stir together the flours, baking powder, baking soda, spices. Make a well in the center and pour in the pumpkin mixture. With a large spoon or spatula, stir until dry ingredients are just moistened.

3.Spoon about 1 cup of the batter into each of the mini loaf pans and smooth the surface.

4.Bake the loaves for 30 minutes or until a dry crack appears on top or a toothpick or cake tester inserted into the center comes out clean. Cool on rack for 10 to 15 minutes and then remove from pans.

* If preferred substitute 6 tablespoons Truvia Sugar Blend for Baking, or Domino C &H Light all natural sugar blend for no-calorie sweetener. For granulated sugar, eliminate baking soda and bake 5 to 10 minutes longer, using visual cues and toothpick to test doneness.

Marlene Says: For muffins use ¼ cup of batter for each muffin and bake for 16 to 18 minutes. For one large 9X5-inch loaf use all of the batter and bake 50 to 55 minutes.

Nutrition Information Per Serving Calories 140 | Carbohydrate 20g (Sugars 5g) | Total Fat 5g (Sat Fat 0g) | Protein 4g | Fiber 2g | Cholesterol 20mg | Sodium 200mg | Food Exchanges: 1 Starch, 1 Fat | Carbohydrate Choices: 1 | Weight Watcher Plus Point Comparison: 4

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