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Reese’s Peanut Butter Banana Bread

Reese’s Peanut Butter Banana Bread
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Reese’s Peanut Butter Banana Bread combines creamy peanut butter and ripe bananas for a moist, flavorful loaf that’s perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert. Easy to make with everyday ingredients, this bread offers a tender texture and the classic sweet-savory flavor combo that everyone will love. Customize it with chocolate chips, nuts, or gluten-free flour to suit your preferences.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 3–4 ripe bananas (with plenty of brown spots)
  • 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour blend for gluten-free version)
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 cup sugar (or substitute part with honey or maple syrup)
  • 1/4 cup softened butter or oil
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt

Optional Add-Ins

  • 1/2 cup Reese’s Pieces or chopped Reese’s
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips (dark or milk)
  • 1/2 cup chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Ingredients: Gather all ingredients. Mash the ripe bananas until smooth, leaving some small chunks for texture. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
  2. Mix the Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine creamy peanut butter, softened butter or oil, and sugar. Beat until smooth and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each. Stir in mashed bananas and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
  3. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour (or gluten-free blend), baking soda, and salt, ensuring even distribution of leavening.
  4. Blend Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture. Stir just until no flour is visible to avoid overmixing. Gently fold in optional Reese’s Pieces, chopped Reese’s, chocolate chips, or nuts if using.
  5. Bake the Bread: Pour batter evenly into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 50-60 minutes. Begin checking at 50 minutes by inserting a toothpick into the center; it should come out clean or with a few moist crumbs. Let bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • Use very ripe bananas with brown spots for maximum sweetness and moisture.
  • Do not overmix your batter to keep the bread tender.
  • Ensure eggs and butter/oil are at room temperature for smoother mixing.
  • Start testing bread doneness at 50 minutes as ovens vary.
  • Experiment with add-ins like nuts, chocolate, or extra peanut butter swirls for personalized flavor.

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