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Peanut Butter Banana Bread

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This ultra-moist peanut butter banana bread is packed with nutty flavor and just the right amount of sweetness. It’s easy to make, crowd-pleasing, and perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert.

Ingredients

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  • 3 large ripe bananas, mashed (about 1 1/4 cups / 300g)
  • 1/2 cup (120g) creamy peanut butter
  • 1/3 cup (75g) unsalted butter, melted (or coconut oil for dairy-free)
  • 2/3 cup (130g) light brown sugar, packed
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups (190g) all-purpose flour (or 1:1 gluten-free blend)
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp fine sea salt
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon (optional)
  • 1/2 cup (60g) chopped roasted peanuts or walnuts (optional)
  • 2 tbsp extra peanut butter for swirling on top
  • Handful of chocolate chips (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan with nonstick spray or line with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, mash the bananas until mostly smooth.
  3. Add peanut butter, melted butter, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract to the bananas. Whisk until smooth and glossy.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon (if using).
  5. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture using a spatula. Stir just until combined.
  6. Fold in chopped peanuts or walnuts and/or chocolate chips, if using.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Dollop extra peanut butter on top and swirl with a knife.
  8. Bake for 55-65 minutes, checking at 50 minutes. Tent with foil if the top browns too quickly. The bread is done when a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
  9. Let the bread cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes, then lift out and cool completely on a wire rack.
  10. Slice thickly and serve plain, with extra peanut butter, or a drizzle of honey. Enjoy!

Notes

For best results, use very ripe bananas and creamy peanut butter (not natural or oily). Don’t overmix the batter for a soft crumb. Add chocolate chips or nuts for extra flavor. Store tightly wrapped at room temperature for up to 3 days, or freeze slices for up to 3 months.

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