Ingredients
Scale
- 4 slices thick white bread
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 4 tablespoons smooth peanut butter
- 1 banana, cut into thin slices
Instructions
- Prepare the bread: Smooth a thin layer of mayonnaise on one side of each slice of bread. This will create a perfectly crispy golden exterior when grilled. On the opposite sides, spread the peanut butter evenly across all four slices. The peanut butter acts as the creamy base for your sandwich.
- Add the banana: Place banana slices evenly over the peanut butter on two of the bread slices. Ensure the bananas are thinly sliced for even distribution and better melding of flavors during cooking.
- Assemble the sandwiches: Take the two bread slices with just peanut butter and place them peanut butter-side down onto the banana-topped slices, creating two complete sandwiches. The mayonnaise-coated sides should be facing outward.
- Grill the sandwiches: Heat a griddle or non-stick pan over medium-high heat. Place the assembled sandwiches on the hot surface with the mayonnaise side down. Cook for about 2 minutes, or until the bottom is golden brown.
- Flip and finish cooking: Using a spatula, carefully flip the sandwiches and cook for an additional 2 minutes, or until both sides are golden brown and the filling is warm throughout. The peanut butter should be slightly melted and the bananas softened.
Notes
- Using mayonnaise instead of butter on the outside creates a crispier, more evenly browned sandwich.
- For added flavor, consider adding a drizzle of honey or a sprinkle of cinnamon to the peanut butter.
- Natural peanut butter works well but may create a different texture than commercial creamy varieties.
- For a healthier version, use whole grain bread instead of white bread.
- This sandwich can be made in a panini press or sandwich maker as well.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 5mg