Spicy Peanut Butter Banana Bread Recipe

Spicy Peanut Butter Banana Bread

Today, I’m excited to share a unique twist on a classic banana bread recipe with a spicy kick! This flavorful combination of rich peanut butter and warm spices is perfect for chilly days when you need a little extra comfort.

Ingredients:

• 4 medium ripe bananas (approx. 400g)
• 1/2 cup of creamy peanut butter (approx. 130g)
• 1/2 cup of brown sugar (approx. 100g)
• 1 large egg
• 1/3 cup of vegetable oil (approx. 80ml)
• 1 tsp of vanilla extract
• 1 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour (approx. 190g)
• 1 tsp of baking soda
• 1 tsp of ground cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp of ground nutmeg
• 1/2 tsp of cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
• 1/4 tsp of salt

Kitchen Tools:

• mixing bowl
• whisk
• loaf pan
• oven
• spatula

To begin, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan with butter or cooking spray. In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed bananas, peanut butter, brown sugar, egg, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.

In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, cayenne pepper, and salt. Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula. Bake in the preheated oven for about 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. The spicy aroma will fill your kitchen as it bakes!

Once baked, allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely. Slice and serve this Spicy Peanut Butter Banana Bread warm with a smear of extra peanut butter for an indulgent treat.

This recipe makes one loaf of Spicy Peanut Butter Banana Bread, weighing approximately 850g. It serves 8 people, with each serving weighing around 106g. Each serving is estimated to have about 280 calories.

One clever tip for this recipe is to sprinkle a pinch of cayenne pepper on top of the batter before baking to enhance the spiciness and add a beautiful pop of color to the finished bread.

I hope you enjoy making and indulging in this Spicy Peanut Butter Banana Bread as much as I do! Feel free to customize it with your favorite nuts or chocolate chips for an extra special touch. Happy baking!