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With its golden crunchy bread and melt-in-your-mouth sweet middle, this grilled peanut butter banana delight turns any breakfast or snack into pure cozy comfort. Perfect if you're craving peanut butter and want something filling and fun right away.
I first tossed this together during a camping adventure, tired of boring old toast. It instantly became my go-to weekend morning treat with coffee or a cold glass of milk.
Dreamy Ingredients
- Banana: Creamy and sweet flavor in every bite, especially if you grab those nice and ripe ones
- Smooth peanut butter: Silky with a touch of saltiness, easy to spread, just use your favorite jar
- Mayonnaise: Makes that outside extra crispy and flavorful, go for real mayo for the best taste
- Thick white bread: Stands up well to all the fillings and gets the best crunch—bakery-fresh is tops when you can find it
Simple How-To Steps
- Grill to Perfection
- Put the sandwich on a warm pan, cook for about two minutes, peek underneath for deep golden color, flip gently, and grill the second side for another two minutes or until melty and beautifully toasted
- Put It Together
- Take the banana-covered peanut butter slices, mayo side out, place them on your pan, stack the plain slices on top—again, mayo sides out, peanut butter inside
- Slice Your Banana
- Slice up your banana thin and even, place slices right on top of the peanut butter so the whole surface is covered, but don’t pile too high
- Add the Peanut Butter
- Spread peanut butter thickly on the inside of every bread slice, making sure it covers from edge to edge for max flavor
- Spread the Mayo
- Take a spoon and coat one side of each bread slice with mayo—cover the whole side so it browns up crisp and full of flavor
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I’m obsessed with the gooey peanut butter that gets all soft and hugs the banana in every mouthful. Used to watch Saturday morning cartoons with this in hand, and now my kids beg for it post-soccer games on weekends.
Storing leftovers
Left with a few? Let 'em cool, wrap them up snug in foil, and pop in the fridge for a day at most. For the crunchiest bite, pop them into a skillet or toaster oven to rewarm. Skip the microwave—it’ll just make things mushy.
Swaps and substitutions
Whole grain or sourdough brings extra fiber. If you love texture, grab crunchy peanut butter. Need it nut-free? Almond or sunflower spread fits perfectly.
Ways to enjoy
Slice them into sticks for little hands or triangles for lunchboxes. Pair with berries or top with a little honey. Want a treat? Sprinkle cinnamon or dust on some powdered sugar.
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Quick Backstory
Peanut butter with banana hit big in the U.S. around the 1950s. Inspired by lunch favorites and even loved by Elvis, this comfort combo stuck—and for good reason.
FAQs About the Recipe
- → What's the trick to getting that bread super crispy?
Before you toss it on the pan, spread some mayo on the outsides of your bread. Keep your heat at medium-high and grill away—it’ll turn out crisp and golden every time.
- → Can I swap in a different nut butter?
Toss in almond, cashew, or even sunflower seed butter if peanut butter isn’t your thing or you need a different option.
- → Which bread is best to use here?
Thick white bread gives you the most support, but you can go with brioche or whole wheat if you want to mix up the flavor and texture.
- → If I don’t have a griddle, what else can I use?
Grab a frying pan and preheat it on the stove. Flip the sandwich with a spatula until it’s golden on both sides.
- → How do I make this totally vegan?
Just use vegan mayo and a bread that’s plant-based. Quick and easy switch!