Peanut Butter & Jelly Banana Bread
Peanut Butter & Jelly Banana Bread is a delightful twist on a classic treat that brings together the nostalgic flavors of childhood with the moist, comforting texture of banana bread. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert. With its vibrant jelly swirls, it not only tastes amazing but also stands out visually—making it an excellent choice for gatherings or as a thoughtful gift. Packed with ripe bananas and creamy peanut butter, each slice offers a satisfying blend of sweet and nutty goodness that everyone will enjoy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 10 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 3 ripe bananas
- 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 favorite flavor)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
- In a mixing bowl, mash the bananas until smooth. Stir in peanut butter, sugar, melted butter, vanilla extract, and egg until combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add this dry mix to the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Pour half of the batter into the loaf pan. Dollop jelly over it and swirl gently with a knife. Add remaining batter on top and repeat with more jelly swirls.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Let cool before slicing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 125mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 20mg