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Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Bread

Decadent Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Bread You’ll Love

This Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Bread is a moist and indulgent treat, perfect for any busy home chef.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Cooling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 cup Creamy Peanut Butter Provides richness and moisture
  • 1 cup Sugar Consider using brown sugar for deeper flavor
  • 3 large Mashed Bananas Ensure they are ripe for optimal flavor
  • 1/2 cup Vegetable Oil Can be swapped with melted coconut oil
  • 2 large Eggs Binds the ingredients together
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Go for pure vanilla for authentic taste
  • 1.5 cups All-Purpose Flour For gluten-free option, use gluten-free flour
  • 1/2 cup Cocoa Powder Opt for unsweetened for balanced sweetness
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Ensure it's fresh for perfect rising
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt Balances the sweetness
Optional Toppings
  • 1 medium Banana Slices Used for visual appeal and extra banana flavor
  • 1/4 cup Peanut Butter Drizzle Microwave for a few seconds to achieve perfect consistency

Equipment

  • loaf pan
  • mixing bowl
  • spatula
  • 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 slightly melted creamy peanut butter and sugar until smooth. Add mashed bananas, vegetable oil, and eggs, mixing until creamy.
  3. Sift in cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt, followed by vanilla extract. Fold in all-purpose flour until just combined.
  4. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and optionally add banana slices on top.
  5. Bake in the oven for 55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  6. Once baked, cool in the pan for 20 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. Prepare peanut butter drizzle by microwaving it until melted.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 6gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 8mg

Notes

For best results, use ripe bananas and avoid overmixing to maintain a light texture. Experiment with add-ins like chocolate chips or nuts for additional flavor.

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