Peanut Butter Banana Bread Recipe

Ingredients:

• 2 to 3 ripe bananas (mashed)

• ½ cup peanut butter (creamy or chunky, your choice)

• 1 cup granulated sugar

• 2 large eggs

• ½ cup unsalted butter (melted)

• 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour

• 1 teaspoon baking soda

• ¼ teaspoon salt

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

• ½ cup sour cream or plain yogurt (for extra moisture)

• ½ cup chopped peanuts (optional, for added texture)

• ½ cup chocolate chips (optional, for extra sweetness)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Oven and Pan:

   • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

   • Grease or line a 9x5 inch loaf pan with parchment paper to prevent sticking.

2. Mix Wet Ingredients:

   • In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth.

   • Add the peanut butter, melted butter, granulated sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix everything together until smooth and well combined.

3. Prepare Dry Ingredients:

   • In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.

4. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients:

   • Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet banana mixture. Stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the bread dense.

5. Add Optional Ingredients:

   • If you like, fold in the sour cream or yogurt to add extra moisture and fluffiness to the bread.

   • Stir in the chopped peanuts and chocolate chips, if desired, for added crunch and sweetness.

6. Bake the Banana Bread:

   • Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread it evenly.

   • Bake for 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. If the top starts to brown too quickly, you can loosely cover it with aluminum foil during the last 15-20 minutes of baking.

7. Cool and Serve:

   • Once baked, remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes.

   • Transfer the bread to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Enjoy your delicious Peanut Butter Banana Bread with a cup of tea or coffee!