Reese’s Peanut Butter Banana Bread

If you thought banana bread couldn’t get any better, let me introduce you to this over-the-top, chocolatey, peanut buttery dream. This isn’t your everyday loaf—it’s moist, tender banana bread swirled with creamy peanut butter and studded with chunks of Reese’s peanut butter cups. It’s like your favorite candy bar decided to move in with your favorite comfort bake, and honestly, they’re a match made in dessert heaven.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Dessert meets breakfast—slice it for brunch or enjoy it with coffee as an indulgent morning treat.
• Peanut butter & banana perfection—the classic pairing everyone loves, plus chocolate.
• Extra moist—thanks to ripe bananas and swirls of peanut butter.
• Crowd-pleaser—every slice has little pockets of melted Reese’s goodness.

Chef’s Pro Tips for Perfect Results

• Use extra ripe bananas—the darker, the sweeter and more flavorful.
• Chop Reese’s cups into large chunks so they don’t disappear while baking.
• Warm up slices before serving to make the chocolate slightly melty.
• Line your loaf pan with parchment for easy removal.

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking soda
• ½ tsp salt
• ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
• ½ cup granulated sugar
• ½ cup brown sugar, packed
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 3 medium ripe bananas, mashed
• ½ cup creamy peanut butter
• 1 cup chopped Reese’s peanut butter cups

Instructions

1. Prep the oven & pan: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9×5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper.
2. Mix dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
3. Cream butter & sugars: In a large bowl, beat butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Add wet ingredients: Beat in eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla and mashed bananas.
5. Combine: Gradually stir in dry ingredients until just combined.
6. Add the stars: Fold in peanut butter in gentle swirls, then add chopped Reese’s.
7. Bake: Pour batter into the loaf pan and bake for 55–65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean (some melted chocolate is fine).
8. Cool & serve: Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. Slice and enjoy warm or at room temp.

Flavor & Texture Secrets

The banana keeps it sweet and tender, the peanut butter adds richness, and the Reese’s give you melty, chocolatey bursts in every bite. It’s the kind of loaf that smells like comfort and tastes like a treat.

How to Serve

• Warm with coffee for the ultimate breakfast indulgence.
• With a scoop of vanilla ice cream for dessert.
• As a party platter sliced into mini portions for guests.

Creative Leftover Ideas

• Peanut butter banana bread pudding—cube leftovers and bake in custard.
• French toast style—dip slices in egg mixture and pan fry.
• Milkshake booster—blend a slice into a vanilla milkshake for a crazy-good treat.

Storage Tips

• Store at room temperature for up to 3 days in an airtight container.
• Freeze for up to 2 months—wrap slices individually for quick treats.
• Reheat in the microwave for 10–15 seconds for that just-baked warmth.

FAQs

1. Can I use chunky peanut butter? Yes, it’ll add a little crunch.
2. Can I use mini Reese’s? Absolutely—just chop them in half.
3. Can I make it in muffin form? Yes, bake at 350°F for about 20–25 minutes.
4. Can I skip the peanut butter cups? You can, but they make this loaf magical.
5. Can I add more chocolate? Always—try adding chocolate chips too.

Conclusion

Reese’s Peanut Butter Banana Bread is the ultimate mash-up of comfort baking and candy indulgence. It’s sweet, rich, and absolutely unforgettable—perfect for sharing or keeping all to yourself.

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