Introduction

This Peanut Butter & Jelly Banana Bread combines the comforting flavors of classic peanut butter and jelly with moist, flavorful banana bread. It’s a delightful twist on a beloved sandwich, perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert.

A loaf of golden brown bread with a soft dense texture is cut into two thick slices, showing darker swirls inside that look like fruit or jam pieces. The top of the loaf is drizzled with bright red glossy sauce in a diagonal pattern. Next to the bread is a white bowl with some remaining red sauce and a spoon inside it. All items are placed on white parchment paper over a white marbled surface. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

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

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan. In a large bowl, mash the bananas until smooth. Stir in the peanut butter, sugar, melted butter, vanilla extract, and egg until well combined.
Step 2: 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.
Step 3: Pour half of the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it evenly. Drop teaspoons of jelly over the batter in several spots. Use the tip of a butter knife or toothpick to gently swirl the jelly through the batter, creating streaks without blending completely.
Step 4: Pour the remaining batter over the jelly layer and smooth the top with a spatula. Dollop more jelly on top and swirl again gently to create marbled patterns.
Step 5: Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Tips & Variations

For extra texture, add chopped peanuts or chocolate chips to the batter before baking.
Use natural peanut butter for a less sweet, more wholesome flavor.
Try different jelly flavors like raspberry or blueberry to change up the taste.
If you prefer a stronger peanut butter taste, swirl some peanut butter on top with the jelly before baking.

Storage

Store the banana bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, wrap tightly in plastic wrap and freeze for up to 2 months. Reheat slices gently in the microwave or oven before serving.

How to Serve

Two close-up slices of moist, light brown bread with a crumbly texture and swirled with bright red jam in the center, creating a spiral pattern inside each slice. The jam looks glossy and slightly sticky, contrasting with the soft bread. The edge of the bread slice is darker and slightly crisp, while the inside is softer and porous. In the background, there is a white marbled surface and a white plate with a blurred fork on the right. A small red jar is slightly visible on the left side. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use crunchy peanut butter instead of creamy?

Yes, crunchy peanut butter works just as well and adds a nice texture to the bread.

How ripe should the bananas be for this recipe?

Use very ripe bananas with brown spots for the best sweetness and flavor in your banana bread.

Peanut Butter & Jelly Banana Bread Recipe

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This delicious Peanut Butter & Jelly Banana Bread combines the classic flavors of peanut butter and jelly with moist banana bread for a delightful twist on a beloved treat. The bread features swirls of your favorite jelly throughout, offering a perfect balance of sweetness and texture, ideal for breakfast, snack, or dessert.

Author: Daniel
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 55 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
Yield: 1 loaf (about 10–12 slices) 1x
Category: Baking
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

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

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.
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.
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.
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 sweetest flavor and best texture.
You can substitute creamy peanut butter with crunchy if you prefer more texture.
Choose your favorite jelly or jam flavor to customize the bread.
To check doneness, insert a toothpick into the center; it should come out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
Store leftover banana bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.

Keywords: banana bread, peanut butter, jelly swirl, baked bread, sweet bread, breakfast, snack, dessert