Calling all peanut butter and banana lovers! The toasted PB and banana sandwich is a classic combination elevated with a touch of warmth and crunch. Savor the perfect harmony of creamy peanut butter, sweet banana slices, and crispy, golden-brown bread. This irresistible sandwich comes in two delightful variations: the traditional toasted PB and banana sandwich and the decadent Nutella-stuffed version. Both recipes are quick and easy to prepare, making them ideal for a satisfying breakfast, lunch, or afternoon snack. So gather your ingredients and let's embark on a culinary journey to toasty, peanut buttery, and banana-licious bliss!
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
PEANUT BUTTER AND BANANA SANDWICH
This is a complicated, but delectable sandwich once you master the technique. ;) *Please note: Make sure you peel the banana before you slice it and put it onto the sandwich. A reviewer was kind enough to point that oversight out to me. Thank you ever so kindly Bruce!! ;) har har
Provided by Nibblets
Categories Breakfast
Time 2m
Yield 1 sandwich, 1 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Place bread into toaster (any toaster will do). Once toasted, butter toast then extract peanut butter from jar (any brand will do) and apply onto toast. Then place bananas on top of peanut butter side by side, being careful not to overlap but to make sure the entire toast piece is covered. Lastly, EVER SO CAREFULLY, top with second piece of toast so it is symmetrically secured.
- NOTE: You may need perform this whole application using oven mitts as the toast may be hot.
- OPTION: To make sandwich decorative, slice sandwich in half. Or if you are feeling extra daring that day, slice into fourths! :).
- There you have it folks! A little tricky, but well worth it! ;).
ELVIS PRESLEY'S FRIED PEANUT BUTTER AND BANANA SANDWICH
Provided by Nigella Lawson : Food Network
Categories dessert
Time 10m
Yield 1 sandwich
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Place 2 pieces of white bread in the toaster on a light setting. Heat skillet over medium heat with 2 tablespoons butter. While the bread is toasting, in a small bowl, using a fork mash the ripe banana until it reaches a smooth consistency. Using a knife, take both pieces of the toasted bread and spread 2 tablespoons of creamy peanut butter, topping 1 side with the mashed banana. Place 1 slice of bread on top of the other forming a sandwich. Place sandwich in hot skillet browning each side, flipping with a spatula, about 2 minutes per side. Take out of skillet, slice on a diagonal and serve on a plate.
GRILLED PEANUT BUTTER AND JELLY SANDWICH
This is peanut butter and jelly with a twist. The kids will thank you for them.
Provided by Chasity
Categories Main Dish Recipes Sandwich Recipes
Time 13m
Yield 1
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Heat griddle or skillet to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Spread butter on one side of each slice of bread. Spread peanut butter on unbuttered side of one slice of bread, and jelly on the other. Place one slice, buttered side down on the griddle. Top with other slice, so that peanut butter and jelly are in the middle. Cook for 4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown, and heated through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 273.3 calories, Carbohydrate 35.5 g, Cholesterol 21.5 mg, Fat 12.5 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 5.3 g, SaturatedFat 6.1 g, Sodium 427.2 mg, Sugar 9.1 g
PEANUT BUTTER AND BANANA SANDWICH
Steps:
- Spread peanut butter side to side, evenly on 1 side of each piece of bread. Slice banana in 3/4-inch slices and place on 1 piece of bread with peanut butter. Banana slices should be close together, and cover 1 side completely (usually 9 slices). Top with the other slice of bread.
- Heat butter in saute pan on medium heat. Place sandwich in pan and brown for approximately 3 to 5 minutes or until golden brown. Add 2 ounces of butter to the pan and flip sandwich to other side and continue cooking for 2 to 5 minutes or until golden brown and peanut butter is melting. Cut into quarters and serve very hot.
GRILLED PEANUT BUTTER AND BANANA SANDWICH
A sweet, warm breakfast idea. Cooked like a grilled cheese, but filled with melted peanut butter and warm bananas.
Provided by KATIES8422
Categories Main Dish Recipes Sandwich Recipes
Time 12m
Yield 1
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Heat a skillet or griddle over medium heat, and coat with cooking spray. Spread 1 tablespoon of peanut butter onto one side of each slice of bread. Place banana slices onto the peanut buttered side of one slice, top with the other slice and press together firmly. Fry the sandwich until golden brown on each side, about 2 minutes per side.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 436.5 calories, Carbohydrate 56.8 g, Fat 18.7 g, Fiber 8.9 g, Protein 16.8 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 422.3 mg, Sugar 20.6 g
GRILLED PEANUT BUTTER, JELLY AND BANANA SANDWICH
Provided by Tyler Florence
Time 15m
Yield 4 sandwiches
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Butter the bread slices on 1 side with butter and place them butter side down. Spread 4 slices with peanut butter and top with the banana slices. Spread the remaining slices with jelly and put them, jelly side down, on top of the bananas. Press them gently to flatten them slightly.
- Place each sandwich on a preheated panini press and grill until the bread is toasted, about 5 minutes. Alternately, preheat a dry cast iron or non stick pan. Place the sandwich in the pan and weight it down with another pan or a clean brick wrapped in foil. Grill 5 minutes, turn the sandwich over, re-weight it, and grill for another 5 minutes. Serve immediately.
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.
ELVIS PRESLEY'S GRILLED PEANUT BUTTER AND BANANA SANDWICH
Make and share this Elvis Presley's Grilled Peanut Butter and Banana Sandwich recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Troy A. Hakala
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 10m
Yield 1 sandwich, 1 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Spread peanut butter on one slice of bread.
- Mash banana and spread it on the other slice of bread.
- Put the slices together to form the sandwich.
- Melt butter (not the peanut butter) in a frying pan.
- Fry the sandwich in the pan on both sides until it's golden brown.
Tips:
- For a crispier sandwich, use a thicker slice of bread.
- For a sweeter sandwich, use ripe bananas.
- For a creamier sandwich, use a creamy peanut butter.
- For a healthier sandwich, use whole-wheat bread and natural peanut butter.
- For a more decadent sandwich, add a drizzle of honey or maple syrup.
- For a fun twist, try using different types of bread, such as cinnamon-raisin bread or banana bread.
Conclusion:
Toasted peanut butter and banana sandwiches are a quick and easy snack or meal that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a delicious and satisfying sandwich that is perfect for any time of day. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy snack or meal, reach for a toasted peanut butter and banana sandwich. You won't be disappointed!
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