Peanut butter and banana is one of the greatest combinations. And while the classic banana slathered with a little peanut butter is a reliable and scrumptious treat, sometimes we need to get a little ~wild~ and switch things up in our lives.
I’ve searched through the Spoon U archives for the best peanut butter and banana combinations so all of us PB&B lovers can explore our options and potentially find ourselves with a new favorite rendition on the great classic.
1. Frozen Peanut Butter Banana Pops
Photo by Abby Reisinger
Perfect for the summer or just when you’re craving a sweet banana treat. Quick and simple, this treat gives the banana split a run for it’s money. Peanut butter and banana coated in chocolate topped with whatever your heart desires.
#Spoontip: You could coat these in regular, white, or peanut butter chocolate chips, sprinkles, nuts, or even Oreo crumbs. YUM.
2. Peanut Butter Banana Granola Bars
Photo by Alex Tom
Granola bars are the perfect on-the-go snack, but they can be pretty pricey if you’re buying them on the daily. Don’t worry, this recipe takes the PB&B combo to the next level by keeping it cost-effective and pretty simple without sacrificing flavor.
3. Banana Muffins with Peanut Butter Crumb Topping
Photo by Katherine Baker
Peanut butter and banana muffins you can make in a blender?! What could be easier than that? These muffins transform the greatest flavor into a moist, banana-y, peanut butter-y treat topped with a little crumble. This recipe would be perfect with a morning cup of coffee or to share with a clan of PB&B-loving friends.
4. Peanut Butter Banana Protein Shake
Photo by Leah Nordman
This recipe is for the fitness-loving, health-conscious PB&B worshipper. Simple and quick, this smoothie with banana, peanut butter, almond milk, yogurt, and almonds is sure to kickstart any day or serve as a lit post-workout reward and rejuvenator.
5. Chocolate, Peanut Butter, Coconut and Yogurt Dip for Banana Chips
Photo by Audrey Mirabito
Perfect to serve at a get together with friends or to devour yourself at a classy ~Netflix and chill~ night in your bed. This dip is perfect for banana chips that you can make homemade or buy at the store (or for the true college student, order on Amazon).
6. Gluten-Free Peanut Butter Banana Blender Muffins
Photo by Sara Mickow
So the Banana Muffins with Peanut Butter Crumb Topping sounded SO good to you, but you’re on that gluten-free grind. Don’t worry, this alternate recipe that you can still make in a blender tastes so good “you won’t even miss the flour.”
#SpoonTip: Top your little muffins with mini chocolate chips or slices of banana. Who needs that crumb topping anyway?
7. Gluten-Free Vegan Peanut Butter Banana Cookies
Photo by Kelly Logan
This recipe is some pretty simple math: peanut butter + mashed banana + oats = cookie heaven. You’re welcome.
8. Peanut Butter & Jelly Banana Boats
Photo by Thomas Sireci
IT’S PEANUT BUTTER JELLY (and banana) TIME. This recipe puts a twist on the CLASSIC peanut butter and banana boat by adding jelly for a little extra sweetness and some granola for crunch in addition to baking it at the end. It’s basically a banana split without the banana.
9. Banana Oat Pancakes Topped With Peanut Butter
Photo by Alyssa Maccarrone
I might have saved the best for last: these rolled oat pancakes are the perfect treat for those who wake up with a sweet tooth. Textured and sweet, these pancakes are sure satisfy both you and your PB&B craving in no time.