Description
A deliciously moist and flavorful banana bread with a twist—rich peanut butter adds a savory depth to this classic treat. Perfect for breakfast, a snack, or dessert, this easy-to-make bread will surely be a hit with peanut butter and banana lovers!
Ingredients
Scale
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan.
- In a large bowl, combine flour, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, mash the bananas and mix in the peanut butter until smooth.
- Stir the banana mixture into the flour mixture until just moistened. Be careful not to overmix.
- Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 60–65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Instructions
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1/2 cup peanut butter (creamy or chunky, as desired)
- 1/2 cup sugar (optional, can be adjusted based on sweetness preference)
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 1/4 cup milk (or dairy-free alternative)
Notes
- If you prefer a sweeter bread, you can increase the sugar amount to 3/4 cup.
- For extra texture, consider adding chocolate chips, chopped nuts, or dried fruit to the batter before baking.
- Store leftovers wrapped in plastic or foil to keep it fresh for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 60-65 minutes