1. Prep & Preheat
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
2. Mix Wet Ingredients
In a large bowl, whisk mashed bananas, peanut butter, oil, sugar, egg, and vanilla.
3. Add Dry Ingredients
Sprinkle flour, baking soda, and salt over wet ingredients. Gently fold until just combined.
Fold in Reese's cups and chocolate chips (save a handful for topping).
4. Bake to Perfection
Pour batter into the pan. Top with reserved Reese's and chips.
Bake 50-60 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean (cover with foil if browning too fast).
Cool 15 minutes in pan, then transfer to a wire rack.
Pro Tips for the Best Bread
๐ฅ Extra gooey? Underbake slightly—center should be just set.
๐ Ripe bananas? Use speckled-black peels for maximum sweetness.
๐ซ Double chocolate? Add 1 tbsp cocoa powder to the batter.
๐ง Freeze for later? Wrap slices tightly—thaw at room temp or toast.
FAQs
Can I use natural peanut butter?
Yes, but ensure it’s no-stir (or mix well first).
How do I store leftovers?
Keep at room temp for 3 days or refrigerate for 5 days.
Can I make this gluten-free?
Sub GF flour blend 1:1 + ½ tsp xanthan gum.
Serving Ideas
☕ Breakfast: Toasted with butter
๐ฆ Dessert: Warm with vanilla ice cream
๐ Gift idea: Wrap in parchment + ribbon
Final Thoughts
This Reese's Peanut Butter Banana Bread is decadent, easy, and impossible to resist—every bite is packed with melty peanut butter cups!
Warning: You’ll need to hide a slice for yourself.