Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Banana Bread
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Indulge in this peanut butter chocolate chip banana bread! Moist, sweet, and fluffy, it’s the best banana bread with chocolate chips you’ll ever try.
I’ve managed to turn my love of peanut butter, chocolate, and bananas into some amazing snacks and desserts! From Peanut Butter Banana Breakfast wraps and Healthy Oatmeal Cookies to Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana RITZ Crackers, and Banana Split Cake I just can’t get enough :).
Let me tell you, if you love classic banana bread but want to take it to the next level, this peanut butter chocolate chip banana bread is exactly what you need. It’s the perfect mix of sweet, nutty, and chocolatey goodness. The moist banana bread with chocolate chips pairs perfectly with the creamy peanut butter, making it a treat that’s impossible to resist.
I’ve always been obsessed with banana bread—it’s one of those comforting, no-fail recipes that makes the whole house smell amazing. Chocolate chip loaf cake has always been a personal favorite but one day, I thought, “Why not add peanut butter?” The result? A homemade chocolate chip banana bread that’s fluffy, sweet, and packed with flavor. It’s now my go-to whenever I have ripe bananas for baking, and trust me, it disappears fast!
Ingredients & Substitutions
Here’s everything you’ll need for this easy chocolate chip banana bread:
- Very ripe bananas – The riper, the better! They add natural sweetness and moisture.
- Butter – Unsalted butter works best, but you can use salted if that’s what you have.
- Sugar – You can swap for brown sugar for a richer taste.
- Eggs – These help bind everything together.
- Vanilla extract – Adds depth of flavor.
- Peanut butter – Creamy works best, but crunchy adds texture!
- Baking soda – Helps the bread rise beautifully.
- Baking powder – Works with the baking soda for the perfect lift.
- Salt – Balances out the sweetness.
- All-purpose flour – Provides structure.
- Walnuts – Optional, but they add great crunch!
- Chocolate chips – Because more chocolate is always a good idea!
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Preheat & Prepare – Set your oven to 350°F. Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan and line the bottom with parchment paper.
- Mash the Bananas – In a bowl, mash the bananas until completely smooth. This will keep the bread sweet and fluffy.
- Mix Wet Ingredients – In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter, sugar, and eggs on medium speed.
- Combine – Add the mashed bananas, ¼ cup peanut butter, and vanilla extract to the butter mixture and continue mixing.
- Add Dry Ingredients – In a separate bowl, whisk together the baking soda, baking powder, and salt with the flour. Slowly add this to the wet ingredients, mixing until combined.
- Fold in the Good Stuff – Stir in 1 cup chocolate chips and walnuts.
- Bake – Pour the batter into the loaf pan and bake for 1 hour 10 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool Completely – Let the bread cool before removing it from the pan.
- Make the Drizzle – Melt ¼ cup chocolate chips in the microwave in 15-second intervals. Do the same with the remaining ¼ cup peanut butter.
- Finish & Serve – Drizzle melted peanut butter and chocolate over the top, slice, and enjoy!
Expert Tips & Tricks
- Use overripe bananas – The more brown spots, the sweeter and more flavorful your bread will be.
- Don’t overmix the batter – Stir just until the ingredients are combined for a soft texture.
- Customize your mix-ins – Swap walnuts for pecans, or add cinnamon for a hint of warmth.
- Check for doneness early – Every oven is different! Start checking around the 60-minute mark.
How to Store It
Room Temperature: Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Refrigerator: Wrap in plastic wrap and store for up to a week.
Freezer: Slice and wrap individually before freezing for up to 3 months.
Frequently Asked Questions
Absolutely! Wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and store it in a freezer-safe bag for up to 3 months.
Store it in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for a week.
Yes! It’ll add a little extra crunch to the loaf.
Place bananas in a 300°F oven for about 15 minutes to speed up ripening.
This best banana bread with chocolate chips is a must-try for any baking lover. It’s rich, moist, and full of that banana chocolate dessert goodness. Plus, with the peanut butter twist, it’s extra special. Whether you’re making it for yourself or sharing with friends, I promise—it won’t last long!
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Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Banana Bread
Ingredients
- 4 Very Ripe Bananas , peeled
- 4 tablespoons Butter
- 1 cup Sugar
- 2 large Eggs
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup Peanut butter, divided
- 1 teaspoon Baking soda
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- ⅛ teaspoon Salt
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- ½ cup Walnuts
- 1.25 cup Chocolate chips, divided
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan before lining the bottom with a piece of parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until completely smooth.
- Cream eggs, butter and sugar together in a large mixing bowl on medium speed.
- Add mashed bananas, ¼ cup peanut butter, and vanilla to butter mixture and continue to mix on medium.
- In a separate bowl combine the baking soda, baking powder,salt, and flour. Whisk together with a fork.
- Slowly add the flour to the batter continuing to mix.
- Add 1 cup of chocolate chips, and walnuts to batter stirring until fully incorporated.
- Pour the batter into your prepared loaf pan.
- Bake for 1 hour 10 minutes at 350°F or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Remove from oven and cool completely before removing the banana bread from the pan.
- In the microwave melt ¼ cup chocolate chips in a small bowl 15 seconds at a time until the consistency is pourable.
- In the microwave melt ¼ cup peanut butter in a small bowl 15 seconds at a time until the consistency is pourable.
- Drizzle banana bread with the peanut butter and chocolate.
- Slice and serve.
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