Pumpkin Spice Caramelized Banana Loaf with Apple Chunks

There’s something absolutely magical about the combination of overripe bananas, warm pumpkin spice, and tender apple pieces all baked together into one incredible loaf. This delicious variation of classic banana bread gets an incredible upgrade with American pumpkin pie spice and fresh apples, transforming an already beloved cake into something even more spectacular and irresistible.

I usually make these types of cakes in a loaf pan so I can cut those beautiful tall slices, but this time I decided to go with a larger, wider pan to create a flatter cake, perfect for cutting brownie-like or fudge-style squares, hehehe! This choice is purely aesthetic though, use whatever pan you prefer because this is such a flexible type of cake that always turns out wonderfully.

This recipe is incredibly easy to make at home, very American in style, and absolutely perfect for using up those bananas that have gotten a bit too ripe. The warm spices combined with the natural sweetness of caramelized bananas and the fresh crunch of apple pieces creates a cake that’s both rustic and sophisticated, exactly what you want for a cozy fall treat!

Pumpkin Spice Caramelized Banana Loaf with Apple Chunks

Servings: 12
Time: 1hr 20mins
Difficulty: Normal
Rating: ★★★★★
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What todo when you have some bananas getting too ripe, hehehe you gotta make yourself some banana bread, its a win... win... win all the way hehehe.

Ingredients

Brown Sugar – 180g
Flour – 260g
Butter – 120g
Butter – For Greasing
Eggs – 2 (L)
Bananas – 4 Medium
Milk – 1 Tablespoon
Pumpkin Spice – 2 Tablespoons
Baking Powder – 1 Teaspoon
Baking Soda – 1/2 Teaspoon
Salt – A Pinch
Apple – 1

Directions

Start by preheating the oven to 160ºC and greasing a baking pan or large baking sheet with butter (if you want to remove the entire cake, then I also suggest lining it with nonstick paper).
Combine the sugar and butter at room temperature in a bowl and whisk until creamy.

Then add the eggs, one at a time, beating between each addition.

Peel the bananas and mash them in a bowl with a tablespoon of milk to form a purée.
In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, pumpkin spice, and salt, all sifted well.

Then combine all the ingredients in a bowl and mix well until you have a creamy, smooth batter, then pour everything into the pan.

Peel and cut the apple into small cubes and sprinkle over the batter. Bake for about 1 hour until golden brown. Insert a toothpick into the center, if it comes out dry, it’s ready. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving. Bon appétit!

Notes: If you don’t have pumpkin pie spice, substitute with a mixture of cinnamon and a pinch of ground cumin, or make your own blend with cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and allspice.

ou can easily swap the apple for chopped almonds, walnuts, or other chopped nuts or dried fruits for different flavor profiles.

This recipe works beautifully in either a traditional 9×5 inch loaf pan for tall slices, or a 9×13 inch rectangular pan for brownie-style squares.

The riper your bananas, the better! Those brown, almost overripe bananas will give you the most intense banana flavor and natural sweetness.

This cake actually gets more moist and flavorful after a day or two, so don’t hesitate to make it ahead of time. Store covered at room temperature for up to 4 days.

Absolutely divine served warm with a pat of butter, or try it toasted for breakfast with a drizzle of honey!

This recipe for Pumpkin Spice Caramelized Banana Loaf with Apple Chunks was originally created on BakeAfter.com. Esta receita de Bolo de Banana com Especiaria de Abóbora foi publicada em português no Iguaria.com.