Description
Peanut Butter & Jelly Banana Bread Recipe is a nostalgic treat that combines the classic flavors of peanut butter and jelly with moist, ripe bananas. This delightful loaf is perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert, bringing back memories of childhood lunches in every slice. With its beautiful marbled effect from the jelly swirl, this banana bread not only tastes amazing but looks stunning too. Easy to prepare, it’s great for meal prep and can be enjoyed throughout the week. Whether you’re sharing it at brunch or enjoying it solo on a cozy afternoon, this recipe is sure to impress!
Ingredients
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- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- 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 choice)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
- In a large bowl, mash the bananas and mix in peanut butter, sugar, melted butter, vanilla extract, and egg until well blended.
- In another bowl, combine flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually mix into the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Pour half of the batter into the prepared loaf pan; dollop jelly on top and swirl gently with a knife.
- Add remaining batter over the jelly layer and repeat with more jelly swirls.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Allow to cool before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (65g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg