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Peanut Butter Banana Bread

Peanut Butter Banana Bread: Moist Bliss for Your Taste Buds

This Peanut Butter Banana Bread combines ripe bananas and creamy peanut butter for a nostalgic and satisfying treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 3 medium Ripe Bananas Use overripe bananas for the best flavor and moisture.
  • 1 cup Creamy Peanut Butter Feel free to substitute with natural peanut butter.
  • 0.75 cup Sugar Adjust according to the sweetness of bananas used.
  • 1 large Egg For vegan option, substitute with flaxseed egg.
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Can use gluten-free flour if needed.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Make sure it’s fresh for the best rise.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt Enhances the overall flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Adds depth to flavor; optional.
Optional Mix-ins
  • 1 cup Chocolate Chips Semi-sweet or dark chocolate chips.
  • 0.5 cup Chopped Nuts Walnuts or pecans for crunch.
  • 1 teaspoon Spices Consider cinnamon or nutmeg for flavor.

Equipment

  • Loaf pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Spatula
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
  2. Mash ripe bananas in a large bowl until smooth and slightly chunky.
  3. Combine mashed bananas with peanut butter, sugar, and egg; mix until creamy.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Fold the dry ingredients into the banana mixture until just combined.
  6. Pour the batter into the greased loaf pan and smooth the top.
  7. Bake for about 60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 3mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Use overripe bananas for maximum sweetness and moisture. Customize the bread with your favorite mix-ins.

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