Have you ever had a hankering for Elvis Presley's favorite Peanut Butter and Banana Sandwich? Let me tell you, this one is a game changer. You only need about 7 minutes to fry this incredibly golden, crisp, and ooey gooey peanut butter and banana sandwich!
When I say "fried", I don't mean that I deep fry this sandwich. Basically, it is lightly toasted in some maple butter for a sweet and savory, crispy crust! The way it turns out after being warmed up in the pan with the butter is literal perfection. I wouldn't recommend skipping that part!
Ingredients Needed
This fried peanut butter and banana sandwich uses pantry staples to create the most delicious treat! Here's what you'll need:
- Bread: You can use regular or gluten free bread here, totally up to you!
- Peanut Butter: I used creamy peanut butter to get a super gooey texture.
- Banana: Use a ripe banana for best results. It will soften up more and match the texture.
- Butter: You can use regular butter or your favorite vegan butter to fry up the sandwich in a pan.
- Maple Syrup: A little bit of maple syrup added to the butter in the pan will add a hint of sweetness and also caramelize the edges of the bread! Yum!
How to Make This Recipe
In less than 10 minutes you can whip up this easy vegan peanut butter and banana sandwich! Here are the simple steps:
Step 1: Spread one slice of bread with peanut butter. Top with banana slices. Top with the remaining slice of bread.
Step 2: Bring a skillet with vegan butter in it to medium heat. Once the butter sizzles, add maple syrup and use the mixture to evenly coat the pan. Place the sandwich into the skillet and fry for about a minute on each side, until golden and crisp.
Step 3: Serve warm and enjoy!
Expert Tips
- Prefer a bit of crunch? Switch it up for crunch peanut butter if you prefer a bit of crunch in your sandwich!
- Adjust this recipe to your liking! If you like extra peanut butter, go ahead and add some more! If you are using larger slices of bread, cut the banana in thin pieces so that is spreads across the whole piece.
- If you don't have maple syrup on hand, you can substitute the syrup for a bit of honey!
Frequently Asked Questions
These sandwiches are packed with protein and potassium and are very filling. However, frying them in butter does make them a little less healthy. Vegan butter is your best option here, or you can just toast it in a dry pan or a panini press!
Unfortunately, peanut butter and banana sandwiches are not as good if you store them for later. I recommend enjoying them right after you cook them so that the bread doesn't end up soggy!
More Sandwich Recipes to Try
- Fried Pumpkin and Apple Sandwich
- Fried Peanut Butter & Jelly Sandwich
- Cinnamon-Sugar Peanut Butter and Banana Sandwich
- Vegan S'mores Peanut Butter Banana Sandwich
Fried Peanut Butter and Banana Sandwich
Ingredients
Fried Peanut Butter and Banana Sandwich
- 2 slices of regular or gluten free bread
- 2 tablespoon creamy peanut butter
- ½ sliced ripe banana
- 1 tablespoon regular or vegan butter
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
Instructions
Fried Peanut Butter and Banana Sandwich
- Spread one slice of bread with peanut butter. Top with banana slices. Top with the remaining slice of bread.
- Bring a skillet with vegan butter to medium heat. Once the butter sizzles, add maple syrup and use the mixture to evenly coat the pan. Place the sandwich into the skillet and fry for about a minute on each side (until golden & crisp)
- Enjoy immediately!
Nutrition
The recipes on Peanut Butter and Jilly can easily be adapted to fit a vegan lifestyle, a gluten-free lifestyle, or both depending on the ingredients you use. Please review the ingredients lists carefully and refer to our recommendations in the Notes of the recipe card to make this recipe compatible with your needs. Nutrition information provided is an estimate, and will vary based on specific brands of ingredients used and cooking methods.
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