Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this PB and Jelly Banana Bread. This easy-to-make treat combines the classic flavors of peanut butter and jelly with moist banana bread for a delightful twist on a traditional favorite.
Ingredients
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Bread:
- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Topping:
- 1/2 cup your favorite jelly or jam (such as strawberry or grape)
- Optional: chopped peanuts or peanut butter chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
- Mix wet ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the mashed bananas, peanut butter, sugars, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract.
- Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually mix into the wet ingredients.
- Layer batter and jelly: Pour half of the batter into the pan, spoon half of the jelly over it, swirl with a knife. Repeat with the remaining batter and jelly.
- Bake: Bake for 50-60 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- You can use chunky peanut butter for added texture.
- This bread freezes well—wrap slices individually for a quick snack.
- Experiment with different jams for flavor variety.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 16 g
- Sodium: 220 mg
- Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 34 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 35 mg
