Peanut Butter Banana Bread

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A favorite flavor pairing: Peanut Butter Banana Bread

Just when you thought banana bread couldn’t get any better, here comes Peanut Butter Banana Bread, a moist and tender loaf bursting with an irresistible nutty and sweet taste that will become a family favorite in no time.

In our house, we often eat peanut butter spread on fruit–apple slices, pear wedges, and, yes, circles of banana. So one day I thought, why not see what happens when you add beloved peanut butter to beloved banana bread…and what happened is that the bread came out even more moist than my regular banana bread (which is saying something, since that bread is pretty moist), with a tender texture, and a unique flavor that only this pairing can bring.

That unique flavor is enhanced by a hint of spicy cinnamon and the pure maple syrup we add for sweetness; both infuse the peanut butter-banana blend, giving it a depth and richness that is simply delicious. Since I can never have too much peanut butter or too many bananas, I often eat this delectable bread with Banana Peanut Butter Overnight Oats.

Is Peanut Butter Banana Bread Healthy?

Peanut Butter Banana Bread is about as healthy as a banana bread can get. The peanut butter (a good source of heart-healthy fat) and the almond flour contribute great amounts of protein, and using pure maple syrup instead of refined sugar adds to the health benefits. And cinnamon is known to be, among other positive things, an antioxidant with anti-inflammatory properties. Plus, this bread is gluten free!

Is there a dairy-free version of this recipe?

A popular misconception–and I didn’t know this for a long time–is that eggs are dairy, but they’re not! So this is a dairy-free recipe. However, if you wanted to make a vegan version of Peanut Butter Banana Bread, you could replace the 2 eggs either with 1/2 cup vegan mayonnaise (I know this sounds weird, but it really works) or 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce.

INGREDIENTS

• 2 medium overripe bananas mashed (about 1 cup)
• 1/3 cup natural unsweetened peanut butter
• 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
• 2 large eggs free-range preferred
• 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
• 2 cups almond flour for a protein-rich base
• 1 tsp baking soda to help it rise
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon for a cozy spice note
• 1/4 tsp sea salt just a pinch
• 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips dairy-free for a healthier twist
• Optional: A handful of crushed peanuts and a sprinkle of flaky sea salt for topping

INSTRUCTIONS

Prep

Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a loaf pan with parchment or spray with nonstick.

Mix

In one bowl, whisk bananas, peanut butter, maple syrup, eggs, and vanilla. Add almond flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt directly to it. Stir until just combined, then fold in chocolate chips.

Bake

Pour batter into the pan. Optional: top with crushed peanuts, extra chocolate chips, and sea salt. Bake 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.

Cool

Let cool in pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Devour!

FAQs & Tips

Serving Suggestions

This Peanut Butter Banana Bread makes a great breakfast (you can even spread it with more peanut butter), a yummy mid-afternoon snack, or a special lunchbox treat. But there are also a surprising number of other ways you can serve this versatile bread.

It is wonderful alongside your favorite brunch mains, like Soft Scrambled Eggs or Easy Omelet or even noodles tossed in Creamy Pumpkin Pasta Sauce. If you’re an Elvis fan, you know he loved a good peanut butter and banana sandwich, often with bacon, so try this bread with a side of Bacon in a Cold Oven. For the adults in your crowd, pair slices of Peanut Butter Banana Bread with Maple Steamed Almond Milk with Bourbon.

This is also a recipe you can change up by adding white chocolate or peanut butter-flavored chips, chopped peanuts or even chopped mini peanut butter cups (yes, I’ve done this and it’s amazing!).

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Peanut Butter Banana Bread

A favorite flavor pairing: Peanut Butter Banana Bread

Course Bread, Breakfast

Cuisine American

Prep Time 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time 40 minutes minutes

Total Time 55 minutes minutes

Servings 12

Calories 180kcal

Author FoodFaithFitness

Ingredients

• 2 medium overripe bananas mashed (about 1 cup)
• 1/3 cup natural unsweetened peanut butter
• 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
• 2 large eggs free-range preferred
• 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
• 2 cups almond flour for a protein-rich base
• 1 tsp baking soda to help it rise
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon for a cozy spice note
• 1/4 tsp sea salt just a pinch
• 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips dairy-free for a healthier twist
• Optional: A handful of crushed peanuts and a sprinkle of flaky sea salt for topping

Instructions

• Start by heating your oven to 350°F. Line a loaf pan with parchment paper or give it a light mist of nonstick spray. This will ensure your bread comes out easily.
• In a large bowl, whisk together the mashed bananas, peanut butter, maple syrup, eggs, and vanilla until smooth
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
• In another bowl, mix the almond flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and sea salt.
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
• Pour the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring until you have a uniform batter. It’s important not to overmix.
• Gently fold in the chocolate chips, distributing them evenly throughout the batter.
• Transfer the batter to your prepared loaf pan. You can sprinkle the top with crushed peanuts and a few extra chocolate chips. I also like adding a light dusting of flaky sea salt, it brings out the flavors.
• Slide the pan into the oven and bake for about 45-50 minutes. You’ll know it’s done when a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
• Let the bread cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
• Keep the banana bread at room temperature for up to 2 days, or in the fridge for up to 5 days. For longer storage, wrap it well and freeze.

Nutrition

Calories: 180kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Trans Fat: 0.003g | Cholesterol: 28mg | Sodium: 162mg | Potassium: 84mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 48IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 83mg | Iron: 1mg

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