Description
Indulge in the delightful combination of flavors with this Peanut Butter Banana Bread. This moist and tender loaf brings together the rich taste of creamy peanut butter and the natural sweetness of ripe bananas, making it an irresistible treat for breakfast, snacks, or dessert. With its simple ingredients and quick preparation time, this recipe is perfect for both novice bakers and seasoned pros looking to impress guests at any gathering. Customize it with your favorite nuts or chocolate chips to create a personalized touch that everyone will love!
Ingredients
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- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 3/4 cup light brown sugar (packed)
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1 1/2 cups mashed banana (about 3 or 4 medium overripe bananas)
- Optional: 1/2 to 2/3 cups chopped nuts (pecans, walnuts, hazelnuts, or peanuts)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9" x 5" loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, cinnamon, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat the softened butter, brown sugar, and peanut butter until fluffy using an electric mixer on medium speed. Add eggs one at a time and mix well. Stir in vanilla extract.
- Gradually combine the dry ingredients with the wet mixture while alternating with sour cream until just mixed.
- Gently fold in the mashed bananas and optional chopped nuts.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for about 50 to 55 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow cooling in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (60g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg