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Peanut Butter & Jelly Banana Bread Recipe

Peanut Butter & Jelly Banana Bread Recipe
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This Peanut Butter & Jelly Banana Bread combines the classic flavors of peanut butter, jelly, and banana into a moist, tender loaf. Perfect for breakfast, snack, or dessert, this marbled bread offers a delightful swirl of sweet jelly throughout a rich peanut butter banana batter.

Ingredients

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For the Bread:

  • 3 ripe bananas, mashed
  • 1/3 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1/4 cup melted butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

For the Jelly Swirl:

  • 1/4 cup jelly or jam (grape, strawberry, or your favorite flavor)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Batter: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan. In a large mixing bowl, mash the bananas until smooth. Stir in the peanut butter, sugar, melted butter, vanilla, and egg until well combined. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
  2. Layer the Batter and Jelly: Pour half of the banana bread batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it evenly. Dollop teaspoons of jelly over the batter in several spots. Using the tip of a butter knife or a toothpick, gently swirl the jelly through the batter, ensuring distinct streaks without blending completely.
  3. Add the Second Layer: Pour the remaining batter over the jelly layer and smooth it with a spatula. Repeat the jelly-swirl process by dolloping more jelly on top and swirling it gently to create marbled patterns.
  4. Bake the Bread: Place the loaf pan in the preheated oven and bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • Use ripe bananas for the best natural sweetness and flavor.
  • You can substitute the creamy peanut butter with crunchy if you prefer texture.
  • Choose your favorite jelly or jam to customize the flavor swirl.
  • Do not overmix the batter once the dry ingredients are added to keep the bread tender.
  • Check the bread after 50 minutes to avoid overbaking, as ovens may vary.
  • Allow the bread to cool completely before slicing to maintain structure.

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