Peanut Butter Banana Bread

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Steps to Make It.

Ingredients

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Nutritions

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Gather all ingredients and measure them out before starting the recipe.
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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 to help pull the loaf out after baking.
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In a medium bowl sift together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
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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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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 mixture with a silicone spatula, scraping down the bowl occasionally, until fully combined, careful not to overmix.
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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, about 50 minutes to 1 hour.
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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.
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HTML Directions

• 1

  Gather Ingredients
  

  Gather all the necessary ingredients for the Peanut Butter Banana Bread.

• 2

  Prepare the Loaf Pan
  

  Position a rack in the center of the oven and preheat to 350°F. Spray an 8x4-inch loaf pan with cooking spray and line it with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal.

• 3

  Combine Dry Ingredients
  

  In a medium bowl, sift together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.

• 4

  Mix Wet Ingredients
  

  In a large bowl, whisk the bananas, milk, melted coconut oil, egg, brown sugar, granulated sugar, and vanilla until thoroughly combined.

• 5

  Incorporate Peanut Butter
  

  Using a hand mixer on medium speed, blend the peanut butter into the banana mixture until fully integrated.

• 6

  Combine Batter
  

  Gently fold the flour mixture into the wet ingredients using a silicone spatula, scraping down the sides of the bowl. Mix until just combined, taking care not to overmix.

• 7

  Bake the Loaf
  

  Place the loaf pan on a rimmed baking sheet. Bake in the oven for 50 minutes to 1 hour, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

• 8

  Cool and Serve
  

  Allow the loaf to cool slightly on a baking rack, then use parchment paper handles to lift it out. Allow to cool completely for about 30 minutes before slicing and serving.

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. 

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