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Peanut Butter Banana Quick Bread

Peanut Butter Banana Quick Bread That's a Sweet Delight

This Peanut Butter Banana Quick Bread combines creamy peanut butter and ripe bananas for a sweet, moist treat perfect for breakfast or dessert.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 270

Ingredients
  

For the Bread
  • 2-3 bananas Ripe Bananas Use overripe for best flavor.
  • ½ cup Creamy Peanut Butter Crunchy can be used but changes texture.
  • ¾ cup Sugar Can reduce for a healthier option.
  • 2 large Eggs Ensure at room temperature.
  • 1 ½ cups All-Purpose Flour Whole wheat flour can be substituted.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Ensure fresh for best results.
  • ½ teaspoon Salt Use kosher or sea salt for better taste.
  • 1 cup Reese's Pieces Can substitute with other candy or chocolate chips.
For the Optional Peanut Butter Glaze
  • ½ cup Peanut Butter Mix with powdered sugar and milk for consistency.
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Adjust to taste for sweetness.
  • 2-4 tablespoons Milk Any milk variety works well.

Equipment

  • Loaf pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric Mixer
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a standard loaf pan.
  2. Mash 2-3 ripe bananas until smooth.
  3. Mix in ½ cup of creamy peanut butter and ¾ cup of sugar until combined.
  4. Add 2 large eggs and mix until smooth.
  5. Whisk together 1 ½ cups of flour, 1 teaspoon of baking soda, and ½ teaspoon of salt.
  6. Fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
  7. Gently fold in 1 cup of Reese's Pieces.
  8. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
  9. Bake for 50-60 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  10. Allow to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 270kcalCarbohydrates: 37gProtein: 5gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Use overripe bananas for best flavor and ensure eggs are at room temperature to achieve a fluffier loaf.

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