Indulge in the Deliciousness of Low Carb Peanut Butter Banana Bread!
Are you ready to tantalize your taste buds with a moist and flavorful treat that's perfect for any occasion? Look no further than our Low Carb Peanut Butter Banana Bread! With its rich peanut butter aroma, sweet banana flavor, and comforting texture, this recipe is a game-changer. And the best part? It's low in carbs, making it a guilt-free indulgence for those watching their carb intake. So, don't wait – try it at home and see for yourself! Here's the full recipe:
Ingredients:
* 3 large ripe bananas, mashed
* 1/2 cup (110g) peanut butter (creamy or crunchy, your choice!)
* 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sweetener (such as Swerve or Erythritol)
* 1/2 cup (60g) almond flour
* 1/4 cup (30g) coconut flour
* 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
* 1/2 teaspoon salt
* 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
* 1 large egg
* 1/2 cup (120ml) unsalted butter, melted
* 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
* 1/2 cup (30g) chopped walnuts (optional)
Instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan with butter or cooking spray.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed bananas, peanut butter, sweetener, and egg. Mix until smooth and creamy.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the almond flour, coconut flour, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
4. Add the dry ingredients to the banana mixture and mix until well combined.
5. Fold in the melted butter and vanilla extract.
6. If using walnuts, fold them in at this stage.
7. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
8. Bake for 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
9. Remove from the oven and let cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
CookTime: 45-50 minutes
PrepTime: 15 minutes
Total Time: 60-65 minutes
Variations:
* Chocolate Chip Version: Add 1/2 cup (60g) of dark chocolate chips to the batter for an extra decadent treat.
* Maple Bacon Version: Replace the peanut butter with 1/4 cup (50g) of pure maple syrup and add 2 tablespoons of crumbled cooked bacon for a sweet and savory twist.
* Pecan Version: Substitute the walnuts with an equal amount of chopped pecans for a different flavor and texture.
* Vegan Version: Replace the egg with 1 flax egg* and use a non-dairy milk and vegan butter substitute.
*To make a flax egg, mix 1 tablespoon of ground flaxseed with 3 tablespoons of water. Let sit for 5 minutes until thickened and gel-like.
Now that you have the recipe, what are you waiting for? Get baking and enjoy the deliciousness of Low Carb Peanut Butter Banana Bread!