Peanut Butter Bread

Name: Peanut Butter Bread Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 70 min
Total time: 80 min
Ingredients: 1 cup milk; 1 cup granulated sugar; 1 cup peanut butter; 2 eggs, (room temperature); 1½ cups flour; ½ cup old fashioned oats; 1 tablespoons baking powder; ½ teaspoon salt

close up shot of a loaf of bread with a slice taken off of it

A sweet treat that’s easy to make, this moist and deliicous peanut butter bread can be enjoyed at any hour of the day.

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Prep Time10

Cook Time1 10

Total Time1 20

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This drool-worthy peanut butter bread makes a great breakfast food, but you don’t have to limit it just to the morning — any time of the day is perfect. It’ll only take an hour, a few simple ingredients, and a blender before you can enjoy this delicious, fresh-baked, peanut buttery bread.

Peanut Butter Quick Bread Ingredients

This peanut butter quick bread recipe offers a blend of sweet and nutty flavors to create a delightful treat for peanut butter lovers.

With key ingredients like creamy peanut butter, granulated sugar for sweetness, old-fashioned oats for a rustic texture, and a touch of salt to balance the flavors, it results in a comforting and slightly chewy bread.

You’ll need:

1 cup of milk
1 cup of granulated sugar
1 cup of peanut butter
2 eggs, room temperature
1½ cups of flour
½ cup of old-fashioned oats
1 tablespoon of baking powder
½ teaspoon of salt

Substitutions And Additions

EGGS: Substitute eggs using a quarter cup (approximately 65 grams) of applesauce or a quarter cup of pureed bananas.

Be cautious, as substituting with these ingredients will change the end flavor slightly.

CHOCOLATE CHIPS: Add chocolate chips in with the batter. Add as many or as few as you prefer, and even try different flavors of chips, such as butterscotch or peanut butter chips.

NUTS: You can add peanuts to give this recipe a bit of crunch. Crush them and mix them into the batter or sprinkle a few on top.

MILK: You can substitute almond milk or other nut or soy milk varieties in this simple recipe, but the substituted milk may be a bit thinner, so add it slowly.

You may want to add a little less than one cup.

OUR RECIPE DEVELOPER SAYS

This recipe calls for room-temperature eggs. If you forgot to let yours sit out beforehand, run a bowl of warm (not hot) water and place your eggs in the shells inside the bowl for about 5 minutes.

How To Make Peanut Butter Bread

Our easy, step-by-step instructions will walk you through making the bread batter and baking it to perfection.

STEP ONE: Move the oven rack to the center of your oven. Preheat oven to 350°F.

STEP TWO: Prepare an 8×4-inch loaf pan by spraying the pan lightly with nonstick spray and then placing a piece of parchment paper into the pan.

PRO TIP:

If you want the peanut butter to slide out of the measuring cup easily, give the measuring cup a light coating of non-stick spray first.

STEP THREE: Pour the milk, sugar, peanut butter, and eggs into a heavy-duty blender or food processor.

Process for one to two minutes until a smooth batter forms. Adjust the time based on the strength of your appliance.

PRO TIP:

If you plan to use the same measuring cup for the milk and peanut butter, start with the milk, then add the peanut butter next, so it’s easier to measure your milk.

milk, sugar, peanut butter, and eggs being blended in a blender

STEP FOUR: Next, add the flour, oats, baking powder, and salt to the wet ingredients. Process until smooth, about one minute.

four, oats, baking powder, and salt blended into the peanut butter mixture

PRO TIP:

If your appliance is lower wattage, add the dry ingredients gradually.

STEP FIVE: When your batter is smooth, pour the peanut butter mixture into the prepared loaf pan.

STEP SIX: Place in the oven and bake for 1 hour and 10 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean or with just a few crumbs on it.

PRO TIP:

Set a timer for 50 minutes. At that time, check the bread to make sure the top is not getting too brown. If it is, you can cover it loosely with aluminum foil. Then continue baking.

STEP SEVEN: Remove from the oven and let it rest in the pan for ten minutes on a cooling rack before removing.

STEP EIGHT: Allow the loaf to completely cool before slicing. Serve and enjoy!

How to Serve Peanut Butter Loaf

This yummy peanut butter loaf is just the thing to hit the spot any time of day.

Spread our strawberry freezer jam or raspberry freezer jam on top, and you have an instant peanut butter sandwich.

Add a warm mug of hot chocolate or a pumpkin spice latte to drink.

You can also try our soft and chewy peanut butter oatmeal cookies, and if that’s not enough peanut butter for you, our peanut butter lava cookies will satisfy your PB craving.

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How To Store Oatmeal Peanut Butter Bread

Now that you’ve enjoyed making this delicious peanut butter bread, let’s talk about how to store it to keep those flavors fresh and delightful.

MAKE AHEAD: If you want to plan ahead, you can absolutely prepare this peanut butter bread in advance.

Simply follow the recipe as usual, let the bread cool completely, and then wrap it tightly in plastic wrap or aluminum foil.

It can be stored at room temperature for up to two days before serving.

IN THE FRIDGE: Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.

IN THE FREEZER: Freeze your loaf of bread in an airtight container for up to three months. You might want to wrap it in plastic wrap to help it stay fresh.

close up overhead shot of a loaf of bread with a slices taken off of it and peanut butter spread on it

The Best Peanut Butter Bread Recipe!

QUICK AND EASY: This recipe is incredibly easy to follow, making it perfect for both beginners and experienced bakers alike. With minimal prep and no need for yeast or lengthy rising times, you can have freshly baked peanut butter bread on the table in no time.

RICH PEANUT BUTTER FLAVOR: The star ingredient, peanut butter, infuses the bread with a luscious, nutty taste that’s simply irresistible. It’s a dream come true for peanut butter enthusiasts, offering a delightful balance of sweetness and nuttiness.

After one short hour and a handful of pantry staples, this quick bread recipe rewards you with a soft, moist, and delicious nutty snack.

Your whole family will want to eat this peanut butter bread warm out of the oven. Top with your favorite jelly for an extra sweet treat!

Peanut Bread FAQ

Can this bread be frozen?

You can freeze this great recipe by wrapping it in plastic wrap and then aluminum foil before putting it in the freezer.

How do I know when this bread is done?

Use a toothpick inserted into the center of the bread. If the toothpick comes out clean, your bread is ready!

What makes loaf bread moist?

The addition of fats, whether oil or butter, in your loaf breads will result in moist bread.

What defines a quick bread?

A quick bread takes very little time to make and is most often prepared with a batter instead of dough.

Can I make bread with almond butter?

Almond butter would be a delicious alternative to peanut butter in this quick bread recipe.