Peanut Butter Banana Bread Recipe
If you love the classic combination of peanut butter and banana, this Peanut Butter Banana Bread is the perfect homemade treat. It’s soft, moist, and packed with rich nutty flavor that makes every bite irresistible.
Ripe bananas naturally sweeten the bread while creamy peanut butter adds depth and richness. The result is a comforting loaf that works beautifully for breakfast, snacks, or dessert.
Even better, this recipe is simple to make with pantry ingredients and comes together quickly with minimal effort.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Moist and Soft Texture
Ripe bananas keep the bread tender and flavorful.
Rich Peanut Butter Flavor
Adds a delicious nutty twist to classic banana bread.
Easy Homemade Recipe
Simple ingredients and beginner-friendly steps.
Perfect for Breakfast or Dessert
Great with coffee, tea, or milk.
Freezer Friendly
Stays fresh for days and freezes well.
Ingredients
Here’s what you need to make this delicious banana bread.
1½ cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
1 cup mashed ripe bananas (about 3 bananas)
½ cup creamy peanut butter
¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
¾ cup light brown sugar
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Cooking Time
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 50–65 minutes
Total Time: ~1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Equipment Needed
9×5 loaf pan
Mixing bowls
Fork or potato masher
Whisk or spoon
Spatula
Wire cooling rack
How to Make Peanut Butter Banana Bread
1. Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Grease a 9×5 loaf pan with non-stick spray or butter.
2. Mix the Dry Ingredients
In a bowl combine:
Flour
Baking soda
Salt
Whisk together and set aside.
3. Mash the Bananas
In another bowl mash the ripe bananas until smooth.
The riper the bananas, the sweeter and more flavorful the bread will be.
4. Add Peanut Butter and Butter
Stir the peanut butter and melted butter into the mashed bananas.
Mix until smooth and creamy.
5. Add Sugar, Egg, and Vanilla
Add brown sugar, egg, and vanilla extract.
Mix until the batter becomes smooth.
6. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients
Add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture.
Fold gently until just combined.
Avoid overmixing to keep the bread soft.
7. Bake the Bread
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
Bake for 50–65 minutes until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
8. Cool and Serve
Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
Transfer to a wire rack and cool completely before slicing.
Expert Tips
Use very ripe bananas
Dark spotted bananas give the best sweetness.
Don’t overmix the batter
Overmixing makes banana bread dense.
Check the bread early
Start testing at 50 minutes.
Add a peanut butter swirl
Swirl warm peanut butter on top before baking.
Variations
You can customize this banana bread easily.
Chocolate Chip Version
Add ½ cup chocolate chips.
Nutty Crunch Version
Add chopped peanuts or walnuts.
Vegan Version
Use flax egg and coconut oil instead of butter.
Whole Wheat Version
Replace half the flour with whole wheat flour.
Nut-Free Version
Use sunflower seed butter instead of peanut butter.
How to Serve Peanut Butter Banana Bread
This bread tastes great in many ways.
Serve warm with peanut butter drizzle
Add honey or maple syrup
Top with yogurt and berries
Serve with coffee or tea
Toast slices for extra crunch
Nutritional Information (Per Slice)
Calories: 227 kcal
Protein: 4 g
Carbohydrates: 31 g
Fat: 9 g
Storage and Freezing
Room Temperature
Wrap the bread tightly and store for up to 3 days.
Refrigerator
Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
Freezing
Wrap slices individually and freeze for up to 1 month.
Reheating
Microwave for 10–20 seconds or lightly toast.
Why This Recipe Works
The combination of ripe bananas and creamy peanut butter creates a perfectly balanced loaf with natural sweetness and nutty richness.
Bananas keep the bread moist while peanut butter adds depth of flavor. This makes it one of the most comforting homemade quick breads you can bake.
FAQs
Can I use natural peanut butter for banana bread?
Yes, but mix it well before using because natural peanut butter separates.
Can I make banana bread without eggs?
Yes, replace the egg with a flax egg or chia egg.
Why is my banana bread dense?
Overmixing the batter can cause dense bread.
Can I add chocolate chips to banana bread?
Yes, chocolate chips pair perfectly with banana and peanut butter.
How long does banana bread last?
It stays fresh for about 3–5 days when stored properly.