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Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Bread

Indulge in Moist Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Bread

This Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Bread is a moist, delicious treat that combines peanut butter, ripe bananas, and cocoa, perfect for breakfast or dessert.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Cooling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 cup Creamy Peanut Butter Use creamy for best results.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Brown sugar can be used for deeper flavor.
  • 3 medium Mashed Bananas Opt for very ripe bananas.
  • 1/3 cup Vegetable Oil Can be swapped with melted coconut oil.
  • 2 large Eggs Ensure eggs are at room temperature.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Use pure vanilla extract.
  • 1 1/2 cups All-Purpose Flour Gluten-free option available.
  • 1/3 cup Cocoa Powder Use unsweetened cocoa powder.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Acts as a leavening agent.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 medium Banana Slices (Optional) Use fresh slices for topping.

Equipment

  • loaf pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • parchment paper

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a large loaf pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the slightly melted peanut butter, sugar, mashed bananas, vegetable oil, and eggs until smooth.
  3. Sift in the cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt, then stir in vanilla extract until just combined.
  4. Fold in the all-purpose flour until no streaks remain, careful not to overmix.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and, if desired, arrange banana slices on top.
  6. Bake for approximately 55 minutes, or until a knife inserted comes out clean.
  7. Let the bread cool on a wire rack for 20 minutes before drizzling melted peanut butter over the top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 29gProtein: 5gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 14gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 3mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Store tightly wrapped in plastic wrap or an airtight container for freshness.

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