Peanut butter and banana sandwiches are a classic combination that is both delicious and nutritious. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a quick and easy meal that is perfect for breakfast, lunch, or a snack. Whether you prefer creamy or crunchy peanut butter, ripe or unripe bananas, or a variety of bread or tortillas, there are endless ways to customize this classic sandwich to suit your taste. So, let's dive into the world of peanut butter and banana sandwiches and explore some of the best recipes that will make your taste buds dance!
Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!
GRILLED PEANUT-BUTTER AND BANANA SANDWICHES
This french-toast sandwich tastes great grilled at dessert time.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Healthy Recipes Vegetarian Recipes
Time 15m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a shallow bowl, whisk together egg, milk, brown sugar, nutmeg, and a pinch of salt; set aside.
- Spread each slice of bread with 1 tablespoon peanut butter. Dividing evenly, sandwich banana pieces between slices of bread.
- In a medium nonstick skillet, heat butter over medium. One at a time, dip both sides of sandwiches in egg mixture, and place in skillet. Cook until golden brown, 1 to 3 minutes per side.
- Transfer sandwiches to a work surface. Using a serrated knife, cut sandwiches into quarters. Dust with confectioners' sugar, and serve immediately.
PEANUT BUTTER AND BANANA SANDWICHES
Provided by Elizabeth McKeon
Categories Sandwich Quick & Easy Lunch Banana Peanut
Yield Makes 5 sandwiches
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Blend the peanut butter with the banana until creamy. Spread the mixture over 5 slices of the bread. Top with the remaining bread.
- In a skillet melt enough butter to coat the bottom of the pan. Place the sandwiches in the butter and grill them until the bread is lightly toasted. Flip to grill the other side. Drain on paper towels.
PEANUT BUTTER, BANANA, AND MARSHMALLOW SANDWICHES
This came from Mr. food. An Elvis Presley favorite food, with a little kick. The kids will love it, and easy to make.
Provided by Cooking for ONE 2
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 5m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Spread the marshmallow crème evenly over 4 slices of bread.
- Spread the peanut butter over the remaining 4 slices of bread.
- Add banana.
- put slices Together to make sandwiches. Using 1 tablespoon butter, evenly coat the tops of the sandwiches.
- In a large skillet, melt the remaining 1 tablespoon butter over medium-high heat. Place the sandwiches buttered-side up in the skillet and grill for about 1 minute.
- Turn the sandwiches over and grill for 1 more minute, or until golden.
- Serve immediately.
PEANUT BUTTER, BANANA AND DATE SANDWICHES
Categories Sandwich No-Cook Vegetarian Kid-Friendly Quick & Easy High Fiber Back to School Date Banana Peanut Bon Appétit Small Plates
Yield Serves 4
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Lightly toast pita breads; cut each in half crosswise. Open pita pockets. Spread 2 tablespoons peanut butter on 1 side of the inside of each pita pocket. Sprinkle chopped dates over peanut butter, dividing equally. Drizzle honey over. Divide banana slices among pita pockets; close sandwiches, pressing slightly to adhere.
PEANUT BUTTER, BANANA AND SULTANAS SANDWICHES OR PINWHEEL STYLE
Yummy little snack for little kids or big kids. Alternatively, you can use either two slices of the same bread (either two white bread or two wholemeal bread) it's just to make it look pretty and healthy for kids. The pinwheel style is difficult to do without making a mess so if you don't like a mess or a challenge. You can use two more slice of bread and place them on the top, this will then be a serving size for two. Please be careful with nuts, we don't give Little Miss (DD) nuts because her cousin has a severe nut allergy.
Provided by Chef floWer
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 5m
Yield 1 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Cut crusts off from both slices of breads and with a rolling pin flatten both breads.
- In a small bowl, mash bananas, and then add peanut butter, sultanas and cinnamon.
- Evenly spread filling over both breads. Roll bread up starting from the long side.
- With a sharp knife cut into slices to form pinwheels. Enjoy.
PEANUT BUTTER AND BANANA TEDDY BEAR SANDWICHES
-Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Greendale, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 20m
Yield 4 sandwiches.
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Using a 3-1/2-in. teddy bear cookie cutter, cut out two bear shapes from each slice of bread. , In a small bowl, combine peanut butter and honey. Spread over four teddy bear cutouts. Top with banana slices or spread with jam and remaining bear cutouts. Arrange three raisins on each for eyes and nose.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 393 calories, Fat 23g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 335mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (21g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 13g protein.
GRILLED PEANUT BUTTER AND BANANA SANDWICHES
Five ingredients and 15 minutes are all you need to make these delicious peanut butter and banana sandwiches - perfect for dinner.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 15m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Spread 4 slices of bread with peanut butter. Slice bananas; arrange on peanut butter. Top with remaining slices of bread to make 4 sandwiches. Spread top bread slice of each sandwich with about 1 teaspoon butter.
- Place sandwiches, butter sides down, in skillet. Spread top bread slices with remaining butter. Cook uncovered over medium heat about 4 minutes or until bottoms are golden brown. Turn; cook 2 to 3 minutes longer or until bottoms are golden brown and peanut butter is melted.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 480, Carbohydrate 46 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Fat 3 1/2, Fiber 5 g, Protein 13 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, ServingSize 1 Sandwich, Sodium 470 mg, Sugar 17 g, TransFat 1/2 g
Tips:
- Choose ripe bananas: The riper the bananas, the sweeter and more flavorful they will be in your sandwich.
- Use creamy peanut butter: Creamy peanut butter will spread more easily and evenly than chunky peanut butter.
- Add a drizzle of honey: A drizzle of honey will add a touch of sweetness and richness to your sandwich.
- Sprinkle with cinnamon: A sprinkle of cinnamon will add a warm and cozy flavor to your sandwich.
- Use fresh bread: Fresh bread will be softer and more flavorful than store-bought bread.
- Press the sandwich: Pressing the sandwich will help the ingredients stick together and make it easier to eat.
Conclusion:
Peanut butter and banana sandwiches are a classic lunch or snack that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are quick and easy to make, and they are a great way to use up ripe bananas. With a few simple tips, you can make the perfect peanut butter and banana sandwich every time.
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