Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Prep the Slow Cooker
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the melted butter, oil, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until well combined. Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract and the mashed ripe bananas.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined. Fold in the chocolate chips, reserving some for topping.
- Scoop about 1/3 of the banana bread batter out and place it in a small bowl. Stir the creamy peanut butter into this portion until fully combined.
- Pour about half of the plain chocolate batter into the prepared slow cooker. Dollop half of the peanut butter mixture randomly over the top. Swirl gently with a butter knife or skewer. Repeat with the remaining chocolate batter and peanut butter mixture. Top with additional chocolate chips.
- Cover and cook on HIGH for 2-3 hours, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out mostly clean. Note: Cooking times may vary depending on your slow cooker; start checking at 2 hours.
- Allow the bread to cool in the slow cooker with the lid slightly ajar for 30 minutes, then carefully remove and let cool completely on a wire rack before slicing.
Nutrition
Calories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 6gFat: 16g
Notes
For best results, ensure bananas are very ripe for natural moisture. The slow cooker method yields a dense, fudgy texture compared to oven-baking. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.
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