Peanut Butter Banana Bread

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350º F.

Step 2

In a mixing bowl mash 4 bananas - this should equal 1 & 1/3 cup to 1 & 1/2 cup mashed banana.

Step 3

Add the creamy peanut butter, vegetable oil, brown sugar and vanilla extract, blend with an electric mixer on low.

Step 4

Add the eggs, beat gently just until the egg yolks break.

Step 5

In a small bowl combine the flour, baking soda, cinnamon and salt. By hand, gently fold the dry ingredients into the banana mixture using a spatula, just until combined.

Step 6

Spray a loaf pan (either 9x5 or 8.5x4.with non-stick cooking spray. Pour the batter into the pan.

Step 7

Place in the center of the oven and bake for 45 minutes. After 45 minutes, place aluminum foil over the bread and bake for 20-25 additional minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. The total suggested bake time for a 8.5x4.5 inch pan is 65-70 minutes and 9x5 inch pan is 60-65 minutes.