Description
Creamy Reeses peanut butter banana bread combines classic comfort with chocolate-peanut butter indulgence. Sweet bananas and rich Reeses pieces create a delectable dessert slice that melts in your mouth and satisfies deep cravings.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 3 ripe bananas (mashed)
- ½ cup (120 milliliters) creamy peanut butter
- 2 large eggs
- 1 ½ cups (180 grams) all-purpose flour
Sweeteners and Fats:
- ¾ cup (150 grams) granulated sugar
- ⅓ cup (75 grams) unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Additional Ingredients and Toppings:
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup Reeses candies (chopped peanut butter cups or Reeses pieces)
- ¼ cup (45 grams) chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the baking environment by heating the oven to 350F (175C) and preparing a 9×5-inch loaf pan with a light coating of grease or a parchment paper lining.
- Create a creamy base by thoroughly mashing ripe bananas in a spacious mixing bowl. Incorporate smooth peanut butter, melted butter, and granulated sugar, stirring until the mixture achieves a uniform consistency. Introduce eggs and vanilla extract, blending carefully to maintain a silky texture.
- In a separate vessel, sift together flour, baking soda, and salt, ensuring no lumps remain. Slowly integrate the dry ingredients into the banana mixture, gently folding until just combined to preserve the bread’s delicate structure.
- Carefully fold chopped Reeses candies and chocolate chips throughout the batter, distributing them evenly. Set aside a handful of candy pieces for an attractive final garnish.
- Transfer the batter to the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the surface with a spatula. Strategically scatter the reserved Reeses pieces across the top for visual appeal and extra flavor.
- Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 50-60 minutes. Test for doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center – it should emerge clean with minimal crumbs.
- Allow the bread to rest in the pan for 10 minutes, allowing it to set and cool slightly. Carefully transfer to a wire cooling rack, permitting complete cooling before slicing to ensure optimal texture and clean cuts.
Notes
- Customize sweetness by adjusting sugar levels based on ripeness of bananas and personal preference.
- Ensure Reeses pieces are evenly distributed throughout the batter to maximize flavor in every bite.
- Use room temperature ingredients like eggs and butter for smoother mixing and better texture.
- Consider swapping regular flour with gluten-free alternatives for those with wheat sensitivities.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 232
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 137 mg
- Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 35 mg