Monkey Tail Bread

Health score
58%
Monkey Tail Bread
155 min.
1
4274kcal

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Indulge your taste buds with the delightful and decadent Monkey Tail Bread, a unique twist on traditional banana bread that promises to be a showstopper at any gathering. This recipe combines the natural sweetness of ripe bananas with the rich flavors of creamy peanut butter and chocolate frosting, creating a mouthwatering treat that is sure to satisfy your cravings.

Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a sweet snack, this bread is not only delicious but also incredibly easy to make. With just a handful of ingredients, you can whip up a loaf that boasts a moist texture and a delightful crunch from the chopped peanuts and miniature chocolate chips. The combination of flavors is simply irresistible, making it a favorite among both kids and adults alike.

Whether you're looking to impress guests at a brunch or simply want to treat yourself to something special, Monkey Tail Bread is the perfect choice. The warm, comforting aroma that fills your kitchen as it bakes will have everyone eagerly awaiting a slice. Plus, with a generous serving size, you can share the love—or keep it all to yourself! So grab your mixing bowl and get ready to create a delicious masterpiece that will have everyone coming back for seconds.

Ingredients

  • teaspoon double-acting baking powder 
  • 0.5 teaspoon baking soda 
  • cup bananas mashed (3 medium)
  • tablespoons chocolate frosting 
  • tablespoon creamy peanut butter 
  •  eggs 
  • cups flour all-purpose
  • 0.5 cup peanuts chopped
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.5 cup semisweet chocolate chips miniature
  • 0.5 cup shortening 
  • cup sugar 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • wire rack
  • loaf pan
  • hand mixer
  • toothpicks
  • microwave

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350F. Grease bottom only of loaf pan, 9x5x3 inches, with shortening.
  2. Beat 1/2 cup shortening and the sugar in large bowl with electric mixer on medium speed until fluffy. Beat in eggs and bananas until smooth. Beat in flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt just until mixed. Stir in peanuts and chocolate chips.
  3. Pour into pan.
  4. Bake 1 hour to 1 hour 10 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool in pan 10 minutes; remove from pan to wire rack. Cool completely, about 1 hour.
  5. Place frosting in small plastic food-storage bag. Microwave on High 6 to 10 seconds or until pourable.
  6. Add peanut butter to bag; gently squeeze bag until peanut butter and frosting are well blended.
  7. Cut off tiny corner of bag. Squeeze bag to drizzle chocolate mixture over bread.

Nutrition Facts

Calories4274kcal
Protein6.39%
Fat43.61%
Carbs50%

Properties

Glycemic Index
320.12
Glycemic Load
304.6
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
69.865217623503%

Flavonoids

Catechin
13.73mg
Epicatechin
0.05mg
Kaempferol
0.25mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
0.14mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:4273.62kcal
213.68%
Fat:211.62g
325.57%
Saturated Fat:64.54g
403.39%
Carbohydrates:546.05g
182.02%
Net Carbohydrates:515.91g
187.6%
Sugar:296.81g
329.79%
Cholesterol:334.46mg
111.49%
Sodium:2443.81mg
106.25%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Caffeine:102.55mg
34.18%
Protein:69.75g
139.49%
Manganese:6.18mg
308.81%
Selenium:131.41µg
187.73%
Folate:733.23µg
183.31%
Vitamin B1:2.65mg
176.4%
Vitamin B3:31.12mg
155.58%
Copper:2.9mg
144.83%
Iron:25.54mg
141.87%
Magnesium:508.51mg
127.13%
Phosphorus:1258.81mg
125.88%
Fiber:30.14g
120.57%
Vitamin B2:2.03mg
119.61%
Potassium:2583.93mg
73.83%
Vitamin B6:1.45mg
72.69%
Vitamin E:10.38mg
69.18%
Vitamin K:65.23µg
62.13%
Vitamin B5:5.72mg
57.2%
Zinc:8.45mg
56.36%
Calcium:498.66mg
49.87%
Vitamin C:19.58mg
23.73%
Vitamin B12:1µg
16.6%
Vitamin A:678.76IU
13.58%
Vitamin D:1.76µg
11.73%