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Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Bread

Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Bread for Ultimate Bliss

This Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Bread is a delightful blend of moist texture, chocolate, and peanut butter, perfect for breakfast or a snack.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Cooling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter Use creamy varieties for moisture and rich flavor; avoid natural.
  • 1 cup sugar Regular sugar offers sweetness, but brown sugar deepens the flavor.
  • 3 large mashed ripe bananas Preferably overripe for natural sweetness and moisture.
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil Keeps the bread moist; can be substituted with melted coconut oil.
  • 2 large eggs Essential for binding ingredients.
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract Use for elevated flavor.
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour Provides structure.
  • 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder Best for balanced chocolate taste.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda Leavening agent for rising.
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt Enhances sweetness and flavor.
For the Topping (optional)
  • 1 banana banana slices For attractive topping.
  • 1/4 cup creamy peanut butter Melt for drizzle.

Equipment

  • loaf pan
  • mixing bowl
  • spatula
  • Oven

Method
 

Baking Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a large loaf pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine melted creamy peanut butter, sugar, and mashed bananas. Add vegetable oil and eggs, mix well.
  3. Sift in cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt; fold in flour gently.
  4. Pour the batter into the pan, smooth the top, and add banana slices if desired.
  5. Bake for approximately 55 minutes, checking for doneness with a toothpick.
  6. Allow the loaf to cool in the pan for 20 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
  7. Melt additional creamy peanut butter and drizzle over the loaf before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 5gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 3gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, use overripe bananas and avoid overmixing the batter.

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