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Peanut Butter & Jelly Banana Bread Recipe

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  • Author: Amina
  • Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

This Peanut Butter & Jelly Banana Bread combines the classic flavors of peanut butter and jelly with moist, naturally sweetened banana bread. Made with wholesome ingredients like oat and almond flour, mashed bananas, and homemade strawberry jam with chia seeds, this loaf is perfect for a healthy snack or breakfast treat. The recipe is dairy-free and uses natural sweeteners, making it a nutritious and delicious option for banana bread lovers.

Ingredients

Banana Bread Batter

  • 1⅓ cups overripe bananas, mashed (about 3 medium bananas, ~340g)
  • ¼ cup almond milk (or other dairy-free milk)
  • ⅓ cup coconut sugar
  • ¼ cup (64g) peanut butter
  • ¼ cup (50g) coconut oil, melted
  • 2 tablespoons flax meal
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup (120g) oat flour
  • 1 cup (96g) blanched almond flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt

Jam and Topping

  • 1 cup fresh or frozen strawberries
  • 2 tablespoons chia seeds
  • ¼ cup creamy peanut butter (for swirling and topping)

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8.5” x 4.5” loaf pan or a 9×5” loaf pan with coconut oil or line it with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
  2. Mash Bananas and Combine Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, mash the overripe bananas thoroughly using a potato masher or fork. Add the almond milk, coconut sugar, peanut butter, melted coconut oil, flax meal, and vanilla extract. Stir everything together until well combined.
  3. Add Dry Ingredients to Batter: To the wet mixture, add oat flour, almond flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, and kosher salt. Mix gently until all the ingredients are incorporated and form a smooth batter.
  4. Prepare the Jam Layer: Dice fresh strawberries if using fresh. Place strawberries (fresh or frozen) in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave fresh diced berries for 1 minute, or frozen berries for 2 minutes covered, then mash with a fork. Stir in the chia seeds and microwave for an additional minute. Let the mixture cool slightly to form a thick jam-like consistency.
  5. Layer Batter and Jam in Pan: Pour half of the banana bread batter into the prepared loaf pan. Spoon about half of the strawberry jam evenly on top of the batter. Drizzle 2 tablespoons of creamy peanut butter over the jam, then lightly swirl the jam and peanut butter into the batter with a knife.
  6. Add Remaining Batter and Jam: Pour the remaining batter over the layered jam and peanut butter. Top with the remaining strawberry jam and the remaining 2 tablespoons of peanut butter. Swirl gently with a knife to create a marbled effect.
  7. Bake the Bread: Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until a knife inserted into the center comes out clean. If the loaf is browning too fast, tent it with aluminum foil after 40 minutes of baking. For a 9×5” pan, start checking doneness around 40-45 minutes.
  8. Cool and Slice: Remove the bread from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for 15 minutes. Then transfer the loaf to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing to preserve texture.
  9. Storage: Store leftovers tightly wrapped in plastic wrap, foil, or a sealed container at room temperature for up to 3 days. Refrigerate for up to 1 week, or freeze sliced pieces for up to 6 months. Reheat frozen slices in the microwave whenever desired.

Notes

  • Use ripe bananas with brown spots for maximum sweetness and moisture.
  • If almond or oat flour is unavailable, whole wheat or all-purpose flour can be substituted, adjusting liquid as needed.
  • Ensure the strawberry jam cools before swirling to avoid running colors in the batter.
  • The chia seed jam acts as a natural thickener and adds fiber and omega-3s.
  • You can substitute peanut butter with other nut or seed butters for variation.
  • Check the bread frequently towards the end of baking to prevent over-browning.
  • For best texture, slice the bread only once completely cooled.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 50-60 minutes
  • Category: Baking
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://aminabakes.com/peanut-butter-and-jelly-banana-bread-recipe/