Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Bread

Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Bread is a decadent yet easy-to-make quick bread that combines the rich flavors of peanut butter and cocoa powder with the natural sweetness and moisture of ripe bananas. This loaf is moist and cake-like, making it a delightful treat for breakfast, dessert, or a midday snack. The addition of a creamy peanut butter drizzle on top enhances its flavor and presentation. Whether you're a peanut butter enthusiast or simply looking for a new twist on traditional banana bread, this recipe is sure to satisfy your cravings.

Ingredients (Serves 8–10)

For the bread:

• 1/3 cup peanut butter, slightly melted

• 1 cup granulated sugar

• 1 cup mashed ripe bananas

• 1/2 cup vegetable oil

• 2 large eggs

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

• 1 cup all-purpose flour

• 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder

• 1 teaspoon baking soda

• 1/2 teaspoon salt

• Banana slices (optional, for topping)

For the peanut butter drizzle:

• 3 tablespoons creamy peanut butter (avoid natural peanut butter as it may not melt properly)
  
  

Directions

1. Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a large loaf pan with parchment paper or grease it lightly.

2. Prepare Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the slightly melted peanut butter, granulated sugar, mashed bananas, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.

3. Add Dry Ingredients: Stir in the all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.

4. Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan. If desired, arrange banana slices on top for decoration. Bake for approximately 55 minutes, or until a knife inserted into the center comes out clean.

5. Cool: Allow the loaf to cool on a wire rack for about 20 minutes before removing it from the pan.

6. Prepare Drizzle: In a microwave-safe bowl, heat the creamy peanut butter for about 30 seconds, then stir until it becomes creamy and slightly runny. If necessary, heat for an additional 15 seconds.

7. Drizzle and Serve: Once the loaf has cooled slightly, drizzle the melted peanut butter over the top. Slice and serve.
   
   

Nutritional Information (Approximate per serving)

• Calories: Approximately 350 kcal

• Carbohydrates: 45 g

• Protein: 6 g

• Fat: 18 g

  • Saturated Fat: 3 g

• Cholesterol: 35 mg

• Sodium: 200 mg

• Potassium: 200 mg

• Fiber: 3 g

• Sugar: 20 g