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Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Bread

Delicious Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Bread for Everyone

A quick and easy Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Bread recipe that delights both young and old alike.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Cooling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 230

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 cup Creamy Peanut Butter Use creamy for the best results.
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar Recommended for a deeper flavor.
  • 3 medium Mashed Bananas Use very ripe bananas for optimal taste.
  • 1/2 cup Vegetable Oil Melted coconut oil can be used as an alternative.
  • 2 large Eggs Essential for binding.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Enhances flavor profile.
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Can be substituted with gluten-free flour.
  • 1/2 cup Cocoa Powder Unsweetened.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Acts as a leavening agent.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Balances flavors.
For the Topping
  • 1 medium Sliced Bananas Optional topping.
  • 2 tablespoons Additional Peanut Butter For drizzling on top before serving.

Equipment

  • loaf pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • sifter
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a loaf pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the melted creamy peanut butter, sugar, and mashed bananas. Beat in the vegetable oil and eggs until the mixture is smooth.
  3. Sift together cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt, then gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture.
  4. Carefully fold in the all-purpose flour until just combined.
  5. Pour the batter into your prepared loaf pan and layer sliced bananas on top.
  6. Bake for approximately 55 minutes or until a knife inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. Let cool in the pan for about 20 minutes, then drizzle with additional melted peanut butter before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 230kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Using very ripe bananas creates a tastier and moister bread. Avoid overmixing the batter for a tender loaf.

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