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peanut butter banana bread

This moist and flavorful peanut butter banana bread is a delightful treat perfect for breakfast or a snack. Rich in taste and easy to make, it combines the creaminess of peanut butter with the sweetness of ripe bananas.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Course Breakfast/Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 4 People
Calories 210 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 mixing bowl
  • 1 fork or potato masher
  • 1 measuring cups and spoons
  • 1 whisk
  • 1 loaf pan (9x5 inches)
  • 1 oven

Ingredients
  

  • 3 medium ripe bananas About 1.5 cups mashed.
  • 1/2 cup peanut butter
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup milk Optional for a lighter texture.
  • 1/4 cup chopped peanuts Optional.

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour your loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
  • In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth. You should have about 1.5 cups of mashed banana.
  • Add the peanut butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract to the mashed bananas. Mix well until fully combined.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
  • Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined. If desired, fold in the chopped peanuts.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  • Remove the banana bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
  • For an added twist, consider mixing in chocolate chips or dried fruit if desired.
  • Store the banana bread wrapped in plastic wrap at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

Notes

For an added twist, consider mixing in chocolate chips or dried fruit.
Make sure your bananas are very ripe for the best flavor and sweetness.
You can store the banana bread wrapped in plastic wrap at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.