Peanut Butter Banana Toast

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Peanut Butter Banana Toast is an incredibly simple yet healthy breakfast that's ready in a hurry. Peanut butter and banana are a classic flavor combo, and this version adds granola, honey, and chia seeds for a little sweetness and crunch. It's one of my favorite ways to start the day without turning the stove on at all!

Peanut Butter Banana Toast is an incredibly simple yet healthy breakfast that's ready in a just 5 minutes. It's quick, satisfying, and protein-packed. | aheadofthyme.com

If you need a quick, satisfying breakfast that will actually tide you over, this is it! Take your average weekday toast up a notch and create this protein-packed meal by pairing regular toast with bananas and your favorite nut butter. The flavors are a match made in heaven. The sweet banana mellows out the peanut butter, the honey adds sweetness, and the crunch of granola and nutrient-dense chia seeds keep every bite interesting — and will keep you full until lunch time. It's also incredibly fast and easy to prepare, making healthy eating much more convenient. You just need a few minutes to toast the bread, then add your toppings for a quick breakfast or delicious treat any time of the day.

Why You'll Love This Peanut Butter Banana Toast

Extremely easy to make. Just grab a slice of toast, brush on the nut butter, add the bananas, and then garnish with your favorite toppings on top of the sliced banana. You can enjoy a healthy, homemade breakfast with just a few moments of effort that's tasty enough to enjoy on a daily basis.
Delicious and filling. The fiber from the bread, peanut butter, banana, and chia seeds will stick to your ribs, and the protein from the peanut butter will give you the energy to start your day off right. This is also a delicious way to refuel any time you need a little extra energy. It'd be a great post-workout snack!
Plant based breakfast. If you're trying to eat plant-based and ditch the eggs and bacon, this banana peanut butter toast is a perfect option with lots of health benefits. It's full of healthy fats, fiber, and plant-based protein to fuel your day. It's a fun alternative to any other kind of toast, like avocado toast, yet it is still just as convenient!
Versatile. This recipe is kind of my new go to for breakfast toast because it is so versatile. The possibilities for toppings are endless. You can pair this with all different types of nut butters, sliced fruit, and granola. And if you are having friends over for brunch, you no longer have to stress over the menu. Just set up a toast bar with various nut butters, sliced fruit, granola, and seeds. Just watch how quickly the food disappears!

Ingredient Notes

To make this delicious peanut butter banana toast, you will need the following ingredients (full measurements in recipe card below):

toast bread - choose any kind of toast bread that you like, whether it's whole grain bread for a little extra fiber and flavor, sourdough, or white bread.
peanut butter - choose your favorite natural creamy peanut butter. You can also substitute for other nut butters such as almond butter.
bananas - add fresh ripe banana slices on top of the nut butter layer.
granola - feel free to use storebought or homemade granola.
honey - a little drizzle of honey will bring this banana toast recipe together. Maple syrup is a great plant-based option.
chia seeds - these add a nice crunch and extra fiber.

You will also need measuring spoons, a toaster or oven, a butter knife, and a cooling rack.

How to Make the Best Peanut Butter Banana Toast

Toast. Toast the slice of bread in a toaster or oven until golden brown, then immediately place them on a cooling rack. (Note: If you put the toast straight on a plate, the bottom will steam and it will become soggy).
Spread peanut butter. Once slightly cooled, spread the nut butter evenly across bread.

Add toppings. Top with sliced banana and granola, then drizzle with honey and sprinkle with chia seeds.

Recipe Variations

Make peanut butter banana French toast. For a really luxurious treat, make a batch of your favorite French toast, then add the peanut butter, sliced bananas, and granola like normal. Such a great brunch option!
Adjust the toppings. There are many different ways to top your toast. Feel free to add ground flax seeds, coconut flakes, a little salt, ground cinnamon, or a sprinkle of chocolate chips.
Try chocolate peanut butter. Although natural peanut butter is the best choice for a healthy breakfast, a little chocolate-flavored nut butter or Nutella would make a wonderfully decadent treat.

How to Serve

This peanut butter banana toast is delicious served on its own, or paired with some of my favorite healthy breakfast recipes including:

For more recipes, see our 50 Best Breakfast Ideas.

Recipe Tips and Tricks

Serve it hot. When the bread is still warm, the peanut butter takes on an ooey, gooey texture that's just delicious.
Keep it simple. Store your topping ingredients in little jars and just pull them all out quickly when you need to make your morning toast.
Change it up. Try different nut butters, breads, and toppings to keep this healthy breakfast interesting!

Storing Instructions

This easy breakfast toast is best served fresh. After reheating, the toast can become soft or soggy.

FAQ

What's the best bread for peanut butter banana toast?

Technically, you can use any type of bread for this quick recipe. We recommend using whole grain because it pairs so well with the flavors of banana and peanut butter, and it's also higher in fiber. This will help make sure it fills you up for longer! Feel free to choose whichever bread you prefer.

Will peanut butter banana toast keep you full?

Believe it or not, peanut butter banana toast is a great way to fill up for breakfast! It has fiber from the whole wheat bread, bananas, peanut butter, and chia seeds, and healthy fats to keep you full. It tends to be satisfying for most people, but you can always serve it with a little yogurt or an egg muffin if you need something extra.

Do you need to butter peanut butter toast?

That's entirely a matter of personal preference, but we don't find it necessary. The peanut butter will soften on the melted bread, and there is plenty of moisture in the fresh banana to keep the toast from becoming too dry. Plus, nut butters are high in fats, so adding butter would add unnecessary calories. If you prefer it buttered, go for it!

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