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Elvis Banana Bread Recipe

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  • Author: Sky
  • Total Time: 2 hours 40 minutes
  • Yield: 1 9x5 loaf (about 10 slices)

Description

This Elvis Banana Bread recipe is a decadent twist on the classic banana bread, inspired by Elvis Presley's favorite flavors. It combines moist banana bread with creamy peanut butter, chocolate chips, and a delightful candied turkey bacon topping. Finished with a luscious peanut butter glaze and garnished with extra chocolate and candied bacon pieces, this loaf is perfect for a flavorful dessert or indulgent snack.

Ingredients

Candied Turkey Bacon

  • 9 to 10 turkey bacon slices
  • 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar

Banana Bread

  • 1 cup chocolate chips or chopped chocolate, plus more for garnish
  • 1 1/2 cups plus 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour, divided
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup mashed bananas (about 3 large ripe bananas)
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1/2 cup full-fat sour cream, room temperature
  • 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature and lightly beaten
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Glaze

  • 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar

Instructions

  1. Make the Candied Turkey Bacon: In a fry pan over low heat, cook the turkey bacon slices slowly, rendering out as much fat as possible. Once fully cooked, drain the bacon grease from the pan. Return all cooked bacon slices to the pan, sprinkle with the brown sugar, and toss to distribute evenly. Continue cooking on low heat for about 5 to 6 minutes until the sugar granules dissolve and begin to caramelize. Remove the bacon with caramel sauce to a plate and let cool completely. Once cooled, cut into chunks or bite-sized pieces and set aside.
  2. Prepare the Oven and Pan: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan with baking spray and line the bottom with parchment paper. Set aside.
  3. Coat the Chocolate Chips: Place the chocolate chips in a small bowl and toss with 1 tablespoon of the all-purpose flour to coat. Set aside. This helps prevent the chocolate chips from sinking.
  4. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together 1 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt until evenly combined. Set aside.
  5. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the mashed bananas, granulated sugar, light brown sugar, vegetable oil, full-fat sour cream, creamy peanut butter, lightly beaten eggs, and vanilla extract until fully blended and smooth.
  6. Combine Wet and Dry: Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring just until no visible streaks of flour remain. Avoid overmixing to keep the bread tender.
  7. Fold in Chocolate Chips: Gently fold the floured chocolate chips into the batter evenly.
  8. Bake the Banana Bread: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. Bake in the preheated oven for 50 to 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean with a few moist crumbs attached but no wet batter.
  9. Cool the Bread: Let the bread cool in the pan for 5 minutes. Then invert onto a wire rack to cool completely before glazing.
  10. Prepare the Glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together the peanut butter, honey, and powdered sugar until smooth and combined.
  11. Glaze and Assemble: Pour the peanut butter glaze evenly over the cooled banana bread. Sprinkle generously with the reserved candied bacon pieces and extra chocolate garnish. Slice and serve.

Notes

  • Use ripe bananas with plenty of brown spots for the best flavor and sweetness.
  • Turkey bacon is used here as a leaner alternative to traditional bacon while still imparting smoky flavor.
  • Be careful not to overmix the batter to keep the bread soft and tender.
  • Allow the candied bacon to cool completely before chopping to avoid melting the sugar coating.
  • This banana bread keeps well in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerated for up to a week.
  • Prep Time: 50 minutes
  • Cook Time: 50 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://skysrecipes.com/elvis-banana-bread-recipe/