Peanut Butter and Jelly Banana Bread

Ingredients

• 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 2/3 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup mashed bananas
• 3/4 cup chunky peanut butter
• 1/3 cup butter, softened
• 2 eggs
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup strawberry preserves or other preserves

Instructions

1. Combine all ingredients except preserves. Beat at medium speed until well mixed, 2 to 3 minutes.
2. Spread half of batter in greased 9 x 5 inch loaf pan.
3. Spread preserves over layer.
4. Top with remaining batter.
5. Bake at 350 degrees F for 60 to 70 minutes, or until a wooden pick comes out clean.
6. Cool for 5 minutes.
7. Remove from pan. Cool completely before slicing.