Description
Reeses Peanut Butter Banana Bread is a delightful treat that combines the rich flavors of chocolate and peanut butter with the natural sweetness of ripe bananas. This moist, decadent loaf is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as an afternoon snack. With an easy-to-follow recipe, you’ll create a deliciously indulgent experience that your family will love. Get ready to fill your kitchen with mouthwatering aromas and enjoy every slice!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 ripe bananas
- 1/2 cup creamy or crunchy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (mix of brown and white)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Mash the ripe bananas in a mixing bowl until smooth.
- In the same bowl, mix in peanut butter, sugar, egg, and vanilla until creamy.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Grease a loaf pan and pour in the batter, smoothing the top.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: For extra flavor, consider adding chopped nuts or chocolate chunks. Substitute almond or cashew butter for a different twist. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days or freeze for up to three months.