Peanut Butter Banana Bread Recipe
Description:
A delightful twist on the classic banana bread recipe, this Peanut Butter Banana Bread is a delightful fusion of flavors. Inspired by Barb Talkington’s recipe, it offers a unique and delicious take on a beloved treat. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a wholesome snack, this recipe is sure to become a favorite in your household.
Recipe Information:
- Category: Quick Breads
- Keywords: Breads, Breakfast, Lunch/Snacks, Grains, Fruit, Healthy, < 60 Mins, Oven, Easy, Inexpensive
- Servings: 10
- Yield: 1 loaf
Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
- Calories: 205.8
- Fat: 4.9g
- Saturated Fat: 1.1g
- Cholesterol: 44mg
- Sodium: 175.5mg
- Carbohydrates: 37.2g
- Fiber: 3.6g
- Sugar: 16.5g
- Protein: 5.7g
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
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| 2 cups | Whole Wheat Pastry Flour |
| 1/4 cup | White Flour |
| 1/4 tsp | Salt |
| 1 1/2 tsp | Baking Soda |
| 2/3 tsp | Baking Powder |
| 4 tbsp | Sugar |
| 4 tbsp | Peanut Butter |
| 2 tbsp | Shortening |
| 2 | Eggs |
| 1/2 cup | Milk |
| 1 tsp | Vanilla |
Instructions:
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Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×4-inch loaf pan with butter or cooking spray.
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Mix wet ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the sugar, peanut butter, and shortening. Mix until the mixture is smooth and uniform in texture.
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Incorporate bananas and eggs: Add the mashed bananas to the sugar-peanut butter mixture and beat in the eggs until well combined.
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Add milk and vanilla: Stir in the milk and vanilla extract until fully incorporated into the wet mixture.
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Prepare dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, combine the whole wheat pastry flour, white flour, salt, baking soda, and baking powder. Mix well to ensure even distribution of ingredients.
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Combine wet and dry ingredients: Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring just until all the dry ingredients are moistened. Be careful not to overmix; a few lumps are okay.
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Transfer to loaf pan: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it out evenly with a spatula.
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Bake: Place the loaf pan in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 40 to 45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the loaf comes out clean.
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Cool and serve: Once baked, remove the bread from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then, transfer the bread to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.
Tips:
- For added texture and flavor, you can sprinkle chopped peanuts or chocolate chips on top of the batter before baking.
- This recipe can also be adapted to make muffins. Simply divide the batter evenly among muffin cups and adjust the baking time accordingly.
- Store any leftover Peanut Butter Banana Bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. It can also be frozen for longer storage.
