Pumpkin-Banana-Applesauce Bread

Ingredients and Weight:

• 2 cups (240g) all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon (5g) baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon (2g) baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon (2g) ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon (1g) ground nutmeg
• 1/4 cup (50g) unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
• 1 egg
• 1 cup (240ml) pumpkin puree
• 1 mashed banana
• 1 cup (240g) unsweetened applesauce

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

50-60 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (Intermediate)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
3. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg.
4. Add the pumpkin puree, banana, and applesauce and mix until well combined.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7. Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before inverting it onto a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutritional Information:

Per slice (approximately 1/16 of the loaf):

• Calories: 150
• Fat: 4g
• Saturated Fat: 2g
• Cholesterol: 25mg
• Sodium: 120mg
• Carbohydrates: 25g
• Dietary Fiber: 2g
• Sugar: 16g
• Protein: 3g

Dish Characteristics:

• Moist and tender crumb
• Rich pumpkin flavor with hints of banana and apple
• Sweet and slightly spicy with the addition of cinnamon and nutmeg
• Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert

User Comments:

• "This bread is so moist and flavorful! The combination of pumpkin, banana, and applesauce is delicious."
• "I love that it's not too sweet. The spices really complement the flavors well."
• "It's a great way to use up leftover pumpkin puree."
• "This is now my go-to pumpkin bread recipe."
• "My family absolutely loved it! It disappeared quickly."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Make sure to use ripe bananas for the best flavor.
• Do not overmix the batter, as this can make the bread tough.
• If desired, you can top the bread with a drizzle of glaze made from confectioners' sugar and milk.
• This bread can be stored at room temperature in an airtight container for up to 5 days.