- Gather Ingredients
Gather the ingredients.
- Prepare Baking Equipment
Position a rack in the center of the oven and heat to 350 F. Spray a standard 8x4-inch loaf pan with cooking spray and line with a parchment paper sling (letting some of the parchment hang over the opposite sides will help you pull the loaf out of the pan after baking).
- Sift Dry Ingredients Together
In a medium bowl sift together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- Mix Wet Ingredients
In a large bowl whisk the bananas, milk, melted coconut oil, egg, brown sugar, granulated sugar, and vanilla until fully combined.
- Combine Peanut Butter
Using a hand mixer on medium speed, beat the peanut butter into the banana mixture until fully combined.
- Fold in the Flour Mixture
Fold in the flour mixture with a silicone spatula, scraping down the bowl occasionally, until fully combined, careful not to overmix.
- Prepare for Baking
Put the loaf pan on a rimmed baking sheet. Transfer to the oven and bake until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, 50 minutes to 1 hour.
- Cool and Serve
Allow to cool slightly on a baking rack before removing from the loaf pan by the parchment handles. Cool completely, about 30 minutes. Slice and serve.
- Calories:950 kcal
- Protein:18 g
- Carbohydrates:135 g
- Sugar:80 g
- Salt:1 g
- Energy:3977 kJ
- Fat:50 g
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Gather Ingredients
Gather the ingredients.
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Prepare the Loaf Pan
Position a rack in the center of the oven and heat to 350 F. Spray a standard 8x4-inch loaf pan with cooking spray and line with a parchment paper sling (letting some of the parchment hang over the opposite sides will help you pull the loaf out of the pan after baking).
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Sift Dry Ingredients
In a medium bowl sift together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
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Combine Wet Ingredients
In a large bowl whisk the bananas, milk, melted coconut oil, egg, brown sugar, granulated sugar, and vanilla until fully combined.
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Mix in Peanut Butter
Using a hand mixer on medium speed, beat the peanut butter into the banana mixture until fully combined.
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Fold in the Flour
Fold in the flour mixture with a silicone spatula, scraping down the bowl occasionally, until fully combined, careful not to overmix.
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Bake the Loaf
Put the loaf pan on a rimmed baking sheet. Transfer to the oven and bake until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, 50 minutes to 1 hour.
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Cool and Serve
Allow to cool slightly on a baking rack before removing from the loaf pan by the parchment handles. Cool completely, about 30 minutes. Slice and serve.
A combination as classic as peanut butter and banana should be savored, and that is exactly what you’ll do when you make this recipe. One of the best things about this recipe is the endless variations, like chocolate chips, walnuts, rendered bacon, and even banana chips.
The step of mashing the bananas and storing them in a sealed jar for 24 hours may seem weird, but this adds a slightly sour flavor to the end result. The bananas will begin to ferment a bit, developing an even stronger banana flavor that will complement the peanut butter well. However, if you’re short on time you can skip this step.
If you are feeling really decadent you can grill the sliced peanut butter and banana bread in butter, then top with sliced bananas and honey for a rich and delicious evening treat. Or, go the lighter route and serve with fresh berries and a small drizzle of maple syrup. Either way you serve this bread, it’s sure to impress and bring joy to everyone you know.
How to Store and Freeze
- Store the leftover cooled bread tightly wrapped at room temperature for up to four days.
- Or tightly wrap with plastic and place in a zip-top freezer bag and freeze for up to a month. Defrost before enjoying.
Recipe Variations
- You can make peanut butter banana muffins by greasing a standard 12 cup muffin tin and baking for about 20 minutes in a 350-degree oven.
- Fold in up to 1/2 cup of chocolate chips, cooked and crumbled bacon, or chopped and toasted nuts.
- Consider topping the muffins or bread loaf with a peanut butter cream cheese frosting.
- Make a glaze using powdered sugar, cream or whole milk, and powdered peanut butter. Whisk together and glaze the warm bread or muffins.
