Description
Deliciously moist and flavorful Peanut Butter Banana Bread perfect for a snack or breakfast. This recipe combines ripe bananas with creamy peanut butter and peanut butter chips for a rich, nutty taste complemented by a tender crumb.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 3/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 3 very ripe, darkly speckled bananas, mashed well (about 1 1/2 cups)
- 1/4 cup buttermilk
- 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
- 6 Tablespoons unsalted butter, melted and cooled
- 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup creamy peanut butter
Add-ins
- 3/4 cup peanut butter chips
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350ºF (175ºC) to ensure it’s ready for baking the bread.
- Prepare Baking Pan: Line a 9-inch loaf pan with parchment paper and lightly grease the parchment with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, sugar, baking soda, and salt until well combined. Set aside.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the mashed ripe bananas, buttermilk, lightly beaten eggs, melted and cooled unsalted butter, vanilla extract, and creamy peanut butter until fully incorporated.
- Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures: Gently fold the banana peanut butter mixture into the dry ingredients using a rubber spatula, mixing just until combined. The batter will be thick and chunky. Then fold in the peanut butter chips evenly.
- Transfer to Pan and Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it evenly. Bake in the preheated oven for about 55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool the Bread: Let the bread cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving. Store any leftovers wrapped securely at room temperature or refrigerated.
Notes
- Make sure bananas are very ripe and spotted for the best flavor and sweetness.
- Do not overmix the batter to keep the bread tender.
- You can substitute peanut butter chips with chopped peanuts or chocolate chips for variation.
- Store the bread wrapped tightly in plastic wrap or in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute buttermilk with almond milk mixed with 1 teaspoon lemon juice, and use dairy-free butter.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
