Peanut Butter & Jelly Banana Bread
If you’re looking for a delightful twist on a classic favorite, this Peanut Butter & Jelly Banana Bread is here to brighten your day! With the nostalgic flavors of peanut butter and jelly combined with the moistness of ripe bananas, this recipe delivers a comforting treat that appeals to both children and adults. The marbled jelly swirls add not only visual appeal but also bursts of fruity sweetness in every slice. Perfect for breakfast, snack time, or family gatherings, this banana bread is easy to make and can be customized with your favorite nut butters and jams. Once you bake it, the heavenly aroma will fill your kitchen, tempting everyone to indulge in a slice (or two).
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 10 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 3 ripe bananas
- 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
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
- In a bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth. Stir in peanut butter, sugar, melted butter, vanilla extract, and egg until well combined.
- In another bowl, mix flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture until just combined.
- Pour half the batter into the prepared pan; dollop jelly over it and swirl gently with a knife. Add remaining batter on top and repeat with more jelly.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool before slicing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (60g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 25mg