Description
A deliciously moist and flavorful PB and Jelly Banana Bread that combines ripe bananas, creamy peanut butter, and your favorite jelly for a nostalgic twist on classic banana bread. Perfect for breakfast or a sweet snack, this easy-to-make loaf offers a delightful swirl of sweet jelly and rich peanut butter in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Wet Ingredients
- 3 ripe bananas (mashed)
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 2/3 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup milk
- 1/3 cup strawberry or grape jelly (plus extra for swirling on top if desired)
Dry Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
Other
- Nonstick spray or butter for greasing the pan
Instructions
- Prepare oven and pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan using nonstick spray or butter to prevent sticking.
- Mix wet ingredients: In a large bowl, beat together the mashed bananas, creamy peanut butter, softened unsalted butter, and brown sugar until the mixture is smooth and well combined for a creamy base.
- Add eggs and vanilla: Incorporate the eggs one at a time along with vanilla extract, mixing thoroughly to maintain a smooth consistency.
- Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt to ensure even distribution of leavening.
- Alternate mixing: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk, and mix gently until just combined to avoid overmixing and a tough texture.
- Fold in jelly: Carefully fold in the jelly, being cautious not to overmix to create beautiful streaks of jelly throughout the batter.
- Pour and swirl batter: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smooth the top evenly, then optionally spoon extra dollops of jelly on top and swirl gently with a knife for a decorative finish.
- Bake the bread: Bake in the preheated oven for 50 to 60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, indicating the bread is cooked through.
- Cool and serve: Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely, ensuring easier slicing and best texture.
Notes
- You can use any flavor of jelly or jam you like—strawberry, raspberry, or grape all work well.
- For added texture, consider chopping peanuts or swirling in extra peanut butter before baking.
- Be careful not to overmix once the dry ingredients are added to maintain a tender crumb.
- Store the bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for longer freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
