Chocolate Chip Peanut Butter Oatmeal Banana Bread (Printable version)

Moist banana bread loaded with creamy peanut butter, hearty oats, and semisweet chocolate chips. An easy treat for any time of day.

# What You Need:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 1½ cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
03 - 1 teaspoon baking soda
04 - ½ teaspoon baking powder
05 - ½ teaspoon salt
06 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

→ Wet Ingredients

07 - 3 medium ripe bananas, mashed (approximately 1 cup)
08 - ½ cup creamy peanut butter
09 - ½ cup packed light brown sugar
10 - ¼ cup neutral oil
11 - 2 large eggs
12 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

→ Add-ins

13 - ¾ cup semisweet chocolate chips
14 - ¼ cup chopped roasted peanuts, optional

# Step-by-step guide:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan and line with parchment paper for effortless removal.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, oats, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
03 - In a separate bowl, combine mashed bananas, peanut butter, brown sugar, oil, eggs, and vanilla extract. Whisk until smooth consistency is achieved.
04 - Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients. Mix gently with a spatula until just combined, avoiding overmixing.
05 - Fold in chocolate chips and peanuts, reserving a portion for top garnish if desired.
06 - Pour batter into prepared loaf pan and smooth the surface. Sprinkle reserved chocolate chips and peanuts on top.
07 - Bake for 50 to 55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center emerges with a few moist crumbs.
08 - Cool in pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Nutritious and Filling: Hearty oats and peanut butter provide a satisfying texture and protein boost.
  • Perfectly Sweet: Ripe bananas and light brown sugar create a balanced sweetness enhanced by melty chocolate chips.
  • Easy to Make: A simple two-bowl method makes this recipe accessible for bakers of all levels.
  • Versatile: Ideal for a quick breakfast, a midday snack, or even a wholesome dessert.
02 -
  • Peanut Butter Swirl: Add a visual and flavorful touch by swirling extra peanut butter into the top of the batter before baking.
  • Storage Success: Wrap the bread tightly to maintain its moisture; it stays fresh at room temperature for 3 days.
  • Allergen Safety: If serving to those with allergies, remember that this recipe contains eggs, gluten, and peanuts unless substitutions are made.
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