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Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Bread

Indulgent Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Bread Made Easy

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This Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Bread is a moist, decadent loaf perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Cooling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 cup Peanut Butter Opt for creamy varieties like Skippy for best results.
  • 1 cup Sugar
  • 3 medium Mashed Bananas Use ripe bananas for maximum flavor and moisture.
  • 1/3 cup Vegetable Oil Can be substituted with melted coconut oil.
  • 2 large Eggs
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 1.5 cups All-Purpose Flour
  • 1/2 cup Cocoa Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
Optional Toppings
  • 1 medium Banana Slices Adds visual appeal and an extra banana flavor on top.
  • 1/2 cup Creamy Peanut Butter For drizzle on top after baking.

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 melted peanut butter, sugar, mashed bananas, vegetable oil, and eggs until smooth.
  3. Sift in cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Add vanilla extract and gently fold in the flour.
  4. Pour the batter into the loaf pan and optionally arrange banana slices on top.
  5. Bake for about 55 minutes, checking for doneness with a knife.
  6. Cool on a wire rack for 20 minutes then drizzle with peanut butter before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 42gProtein: 8gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 8mg

Notes

Use very ripe bananas for maximum flavor and moisture. Avoid natural peanut butter for this recipe. Store tightly wrapped to maintain freshness.

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