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Peanut Butter Banana Bread

Moist Peanut Butter Banana Bread That's Oh-So Simple!

Try this Peanut Butter Banana Bread for a delightful combination of creamy peanut butter and sweet bananas, perfect for breakfast or snack time.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour try whole wheat flour for a healthier twist
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon feel free to increase for a spicier kick
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder acts as a leavening agent
  • 0.5 teaspoon Baking Soda adjust if using buttermilk instead
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt enhances overall flavor
  • 0.5 cups Unsalted Butter or use coconut oil for a dairy-free option
  • 0.75 cups Light Brown Sugar consider reducing for less sweetness
  • 0.5 cups Creamy Peanut Butter natural peanut butter works beautifully
  • 2 Large Eggs acts as a binder
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract pure vanilla is preferable for best flavor
  • 0.5 cups Sour Cream Greek yogurt can be used as a substitute
  • 1 cups Mashed Bananas about 3-4 ripe bananas
  • 1 cups Chopped Nuts (optional) walnuts, pecans, or peanuts are excellent choices

Equipment

  • 9" x 5" loaf pan
  • medium bowl
  • large mixing bowl
  • electric mixer

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Peanut Butter Banana Bread
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9" x 5" loaf pan.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cinnamon, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, cream butter, brown sugar, and peanut butter until light and fluffy.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in vanilla.
  5. Alternate adding the flour mixture and sour cream, mixing until just combined.
  6. Fold in mashed bananas and optional nuts.
  7. Transfer the batter to the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
  8. Bake for 50-55 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
  9. Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 6gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For optimal flavor, use ripe bananas with brown spots. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3-4 days.

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