Description
Indulge in the delightful blend of flavors with this Peanut Butter & Jelly Banana Bread Recipe. This unique twist on a classic favorite brings together the sweetness of ripe bananas, the creaminess of peanut butter, and the fruity goodness of jelly. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a snack, this moist banana bread will transport you back to childhood memories while impressing friends and family at gatherings. With simple ingredients and easy steps, bakers of all skill levels can enjoy creating this heartwarming treat that’s sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
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- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1/3 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 large egg
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup jelly or jam (your choice)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
- In a mixing bowl, mash the bananas and mix in peanut butter, sugar, melted butter, vanilla extract, and egg until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add to the wet mixture until just combined.
- Pour half of the batter into the loaf pan. Add dollops of jelly on top and swirl gently with a knife. Repeat with remaining batter and jelly.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (70g)
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: Use overripe bananas for maximum sweetness. Experiment with different jelly flavors like raspberry or apricot. Allow cooling completely before slicing to avoid gumminess.