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Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Bread

Moist Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Bread You'll Crave

Indulge in this Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Bread that transforms ripe bananas into a moist, delicious loaf perfect for any occasion.
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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: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bread
  • 1 cup Peanut Butter Use creamy varieties like Skippy.
  • 1 cup Sugar
  • 3 medium Mashed Bananas Opt for overripe bananas.
  • 1/2 cup Vegetable Oil Can substitute with melted coconut oil.
  • 2 large Eggs
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 1 1/2 cups All-Purpose Flour
  • 1/2 cup Cocoa Powder Use unsweetened cocoa.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
Optional Toppings
  • 1 medium Banana Slices For decoration.
  • 1/4 cup Creamy Peanut Butter For drizzle, ensure it's not natural.

Equipment

  • loaf pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Spatula

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 peanut butter, sugar, mashed bananas, vegetable oil, and eggs. Mix until smooth.
  3. Stir in cocoa powder, baking soda, salt, and vanilla extract until no dry spots remain.
  4. Gradually fold in all-purpose flour until just combined. Be cautious not to overmix.
  5. Pour the batter into the loaf pan and smooth the top. Optionally, add banana slices on top.
  6. Bake in the oven for about 55 minutes until a knife inserted comes out clean.
  7. Allow the bread to cool in the pan for about 20 minutes before removing.
  8. Microwave creamy peanut butter until smooth, then drizzle over the cooled loaf before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store tightly wrapped to maintain moisture. Optimal fresh storage for up to 3 days at room temperature.

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