Peanutty Chocolate Banana Bread

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Indulge your taste buds with this decadent Peanutty Chocolate Banana Bread, a delightful fusion of rich peanut butter, ripe bananas, and gooey chocolate chips. Perfectly moist and packed with flavor, this easy-to-make recipe combines pantry staples, like creamy peanut butter and semi-sweet chocolate, with the natural sweetness of bananas for a comforting treat that’s ideal for breakfast, snacking, or dessert. A crunchy sprinkle of chopped peanuts adds texture and a nutty twist, while the golden crust pairs beautifully with the soft, chocolate-studded inside. Whether served warm from the oven or cooled to perfection, this banana bread is guaranteed to become a favorite for peanut butter and chocolate lovers alike. Ready in just over an hour, it’s the ultimate homemade treat that's sure to impress your family and friends!

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 15 min
• Cook Time: N/A
• Total Time: 15 min
• Servings: 10 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

12 items

• 3 pieces ripe bananas
• 0.5 cups creamy peanut butter
• 0.5 cups granulated sugar
• 0.25 cups brown sugar
• 0.25 cups unsalted butter, melted
• 2 pieces large eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1.75 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.75 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 0.5 cups chopped peanuts (optional)

📝 Instructions

10 steps

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan with butter or nonstick spray, and line the bottom with parchment paper for easier removal.

2. In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth using a fork or potato masher.

3. Add the peanut butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and melted butter to the mashed bananas. Whisk until smooth and well combined.

4. Add the eggs and vanilla extract to the banana mixture, and whisk again until fully incorporated.

5. In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt.

6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, folding gently with a spatula until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the bread tender.

7. Fold in the chocolate chips and chopped peanuts (if using) until evenly distributed in the batter.

8. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it out evenly. Sprinkle a few additional chocolate chips or peanuts on top if desired for decoration.

9. Bake in the preheated oven for 55 to 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with just a few moist crumbs.

10. Allow the banana bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (122.1g)

Calories		407
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		19.3 g	25%
	Saturated Fat	7.2 g	36%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		50 mg	17%
Sodium		293 mg	13%
Total Carbohydrate		53.2 g	19%
	Dietary Fiber	3.8 g	14%
	Total Sugars	28.8 g
Protein		9.6 g	19%
Vitamin D		0.2 mcg	1%
Calcium		29 mg	2%
Iron		2.0 mg	11%
Potassium		305 mg	6%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 1737 cal (40.8%%)

Protein: 387 cal (9.1%%)

Carbs: 2129 cal (50.0%%)