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Peanut Butter Jelly Bread

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This Peanut Butter Jelly Bread is a soft, flavorful loaf filled with creamy peanut butter and your favorite fruit jelly. Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert, it combines nostalgic flavors with the satisfaction of homemade baking. Its versatile nature allows customization while remaining simple and affordable.

  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 1 1x

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 cup warm milk
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1/2 cup fruit jelly of your choice

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, combine 1 cup of warm milk with 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast and 1 tbsp sugar. Let it sit 5–10 minutes until frothy.
  2. In a large bowl, mix 3 cups flour, 1/4 cup sugar, and 1/2 tsp salt.
  3. In another bowl, whisk 1 egg with 1/4 cup melted butter. Add the yeast mixture gradually, mixing until smooth.
  4. Combine dry and wet ingredients, stirring until sticky dough forms. Transfer to a floured surface and knead 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  5. Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise 1–1.5 hours until doubled.
  6. Mix 1/2 cup peanut butter with 1/2 cup jelly at room temperature.
  7. Punch down risen dough and roll into a 12×8 inch rectangle. Spread peanut butter evenly, then jelly, leaving a border.
  8. Roll dough tightly from a short side, pinching edges to seal.
  9. Place in a greased loaf pan, cover, and let rise 30–40 minutes.
  10. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake 30–35 minutes until golden brown, covering with foil if needed.
  11. Cool in pan 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack before slicing.

Notes

Brush the top with melted butter for a softer crust.

Substitute jelly with honey, preserves, or chocolate spread.

Optional: add cinnamon, nuts, or chocolate chips for flavor variations.

  • Author: Emily
  • Prep Time: 20
  • Cook Time: 35