Delicious Grilled Peanut Butter Banana Sandwich

As seen in Rise and Shine with Delicious Breakfast Recipes.

Banana and peanut butter melt into fluffy white bread and get grilled with mayo for that unbeatable crunch. You get a perfect mix of crispy on the outside and creamy inside. Can’t beat it for a fast ten-minute breakfast or brunch. Dish it out hot right off the stove for something both kids and grown-ups will want more of.

Barbara Chef
Created By Sasha
Last updated on Sat, 05 Jul 2025 14:59:33 GMT
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It’s hard to beat the simple comfort of a toasted peanut butter banana sandwich. The outside’s golden and crisp, the inside’s sweet and gooey. Whip this up fast anytime you need a pick-me-up—especially if you love peanut butter and want something that fills you up and feels like a cozy memory.

The first time this happened was at a campsite when plain toast just sounded boring. Now, it’s my go-to Saturday morning thing—especially with some cold milk or a hot mug of coffee.

Tasty Ingredients

  • Banana: Gives you a creamy texture and mild sweetness. Make sure the banana’s super ripe—way more flavor that way
  • Smooth peanut butter: Creamy, a bit salty, and sweet at the same time. Pick any favorite brand, just make sure it spreads easily
  • Mayonnaise: Makes your bread brown up perfectly and brings extra yumminess. Real egg versions taste the richest
  • Thick white bread: Toasts up nice and sturdy. Grab some from the bakery if you can for the best crunch

Easy Steps

Toast It Up
Heat your skillet to medium-high. Place each sandwich, mayo side down, and cook for two minutes. Check if the bottom’s looking golden, then flip and grill the other side for another two minutes. The peanut butter should just start to melt and the bread is evenly browned
Stack and Press
Put the banana-covered slices (mayo out) in your pan. Top with the plain ones, mayo facing out and peanut butter tucked inside
Slice Your Banana
Peel and thinly slice your banana. Lay the slices across the peanut butter, covering all the way to the corners but not piling too high
Spread the Peanut Butter
On the other side of each slice, smear a layer of peanut butter. Get it edge to edge so every bite hits right
Cover with Mayo
Take a spoon and swipe mayonnaise over one side of each bread piece. Cover the whole surface to get that awesome crispy finish
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The peanut butter totally wins for me—it melts everywhere and makes each bite perfect with banana. These sandwiches bring back cartoon mornings, and now my kids ask for them every time they finish Saturday soccer.

Save Leftovers

Any extras? Let them cool off first, then wrap up tight in foil. Throw them in the fridge and they’ll still be good for one day. Warm them back up in a skillet or toaster oven so they stay crispy—steer clear of the microwave or the bread goes soft.

Swaps and Alternatives

Roll with sourdough or whole grain to add a little fiber. Prefer some crunch? Grab chunky peanut butter. If peanuts are a problem, almond or sunflower butter will do the trick just fine.

How to Serve

Make fun strips for little ones or slice into triangles for packed lunches. Pair with berries on the side or pour honey over for something different. Feeling extra? Dust with cinnamon or shake on a little powdered sugar.

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How It Got Popular

Peanut butter mixed with banana showed up in American kitchens by the 1950s or so. Inspired by classic lunches and supposedly loved by Elvis, it’s an old-school comfort food that just stuck around.

Common Recipe Questions

→ How do you get the bread golden and crispy?

Just slather mayo on the outside before tossing it on the heat. Keep it on medium-high and your bread will come out crunchy and gorgeous.

→ Can I use a different nut butter?

Go for it! Almond, cashew, or even sunflower seed butter work if you’re after something new or avoiding peanuts.

→ What type of bread works best?

Thick white slices hold up great, but feel free to switch in whole wheat or brioche for something different.

→ Is it possible to prepare this without a griddle?

No griddle? No biggie. Just heat up a skillet, flip with a spatula, and grill each side till it turns that awesome golden color.

→ Can this dish be made vegan?

Of course! Use vegan mayo and swap in dairy-free bread. That’ll make everything plant-based and good to go.

Peanut Butter Banana Toastie

Toasty bread packed with peanut butter and banana—just right for a tasty, sweet bite to kick things off.

Preparation Time
5 Minutes
Cooking Time
5 Minutes
Overall Time
10 Minutes
Created By: Sasha

Recipe Type: Breakfast

Skill Level: Simple

Regional Style: American

Output: 2 Number of Servings (2 sandwiches)

Special Diets: Meat-Free

What You'll Need

01 1 ripe banana, sliced thin
02 4 tablespoons peanut butter, smooth kind
03 2 tablespoons mayo
04 4 thick slices of white bread

Steps to Follow

Step 01

Take each slice and spread mayonnaise on one side. Make it light and try to cover the surface just right.

Step 02

Flip the bread over. Spread peanut butter all over the free side of every slice.

Step 03

Lay banana slices on top of the peanut butter for half your bread pieces.

Step 04

Grab the plain bread slices and set them mayo side out. Press onto the banana sides with peanut butter facing down.

Step 05

Set your sandwiches mayo-out on a hot frying pan or griddle. Let each side cook about two minutes till the outsides are golden and crunchy, and the inside gets melty. Flip halfway through.

Additional Tips

  1. Mayo gives the bread a nice crunch, but swapping it for butter makes things a bit richer.

Essential Tools

  • Frying pan or griddle
  • Knife (sharp)
  • Spatula

Allergen Information

Always verify ingredient labels for allergens and consult with a healthcare expert if unsure.
  • Has peanuts, egg, and gluten.

Nutrition Info (Per Serving)

These details are best used as an estimate and shouldn't replace professional health advice.
  • Calories: 410
  • Fat Content: 19 g
  • Carbohydrates: 46 g
  • Protein: 12 g