Description
This moist and flavorful Banana Bread with Peanut Butter combines ripe bananas and creamy peanut butter to create a delicious breakfast or snack treat. Enhanced with ground cinnamon and a hint of vanilla, this easy-to-make loaf offers a perfect balance of sweetness and nuttiness. It’s ideal for enjoying fresh or freezing for later indulgence.
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients
- 3 ripe bananas (mashed)
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/3 cup melted unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper to ensure easy removal of the bread after baking.
- Mix wet ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the mashed bananas, peanut butter, melted butter, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Combine dry ingredients: In another bowl, stir together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon to evenly distribute the leavening agent and spices.
- Combine wet and dry mixtures: Pour the dry ingredients into the wet banana mixture and gently stir until just combined, taking care not to overmix as this can make the bread dense.
- Pour batter and bake: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula. Bake in the preheated oven for 50 to 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool the bread: Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely. This prevents sogginess and makes slicing easier.
Notes
- For added texture and flavor, fold in 1/2 cup chopped peanuts or chocolate chips into the batter before baking.
- This banana bread freezes well—wrap it tightly in plastic wrap or foil and store in the freezer for up to 3 months.
- Ensure bananas are very ripe for the best natural sweetness and moisture.
- Do not overmix the batter; it will help keep the bread light and tender.
