Peanut Butter Caramel Bread – A Dreamy, Drizzled Sweet Loaf for Every Occasion

There’s something magical about the combination of peanut butter and caramel. It’s that perfect dance of nutty richness and buttery sweetness that instantly makes your kitchen smell like a dream. This Peanut Butter Caramel Bread brings those cozy flavors into a golden, tender loaf that’s just as at home on your breakfast table as it is wrapped up for a special dessert.

The aroma that fills your kitchen while this bread bakes will make you nostalgic for family gatherings and cozy afternoons. The texture is beautifully moist, the flavor deep and comforting, and the final drizzle of caramel adds just enough sweetness to make every bite irresistible.

Whether you’re baking it for brunch, gifting it to a friend, or sneaking a slice late at night, this bread is guaranteed to win hearts.

Ingredients:

• 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• ½ teaspoon baking soda
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
• ½ cup creamy peanut butter
• 1 cup brown sugar, packed
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• ¾ cup milk
• ½ cup caramel sauce (plus more for drizzling)
• Optional: chopped peanuts or caramel chips for topping

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan and line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
2. Combine dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
3. Cream the butter and peanut butter: In a large mixing bowl, beat butter, peanut butter, and brown sugar until smooth and fluffy using a hand mixer or stand mixer.
4. Add wet ingredients: Beat in eggs one at a time, followed by vanilla extract. Mix until creamy.
5. Alternate dry and milk: Gradually add the dry mixture to the peanut butter mixture, alternating with milk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients.
6. Add caramel: Stir in ½ cup of caramel sauce, folding gently to swirl it through the batter without fully mixing it in.
7. Pour and bake: Pour the batter into your prepared loaf pan. Use a knife to swirl in an extra spoonful of caramel on top for a marbled effect.
8. Bake for 55–65 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
9. Cool and drizzle: Allow the loaf to cool for 15 minutes before removing from the pan. Drizzle with warm caramel sauce and sprinkle chopped peanuts if desired.

Tips & Tricks:

• For extra moisture, replace ¼ cup of the milk with sour cream or yogurt.
• If your caramel is too thick to drizzle, microwave it for 10 seconds before pouring.
• Add chocolate chips to the batter for a peanut butter-chocolate twist.

Variations:

• Salted Caramel Peanut Butter Bread: Sprinkle sea salt flakes on top after drizzling caramel for a sweet-salty finish.
• Crunchy Peanut Swirl Bread: Use crunchy peanut butter for a satisfying texture.
• Banana Caramel Peanut Bread: Add one mashed banana to the batter for a fruity upgrade.

Peanut Butter Caramel Bread

A moist, golden peanut butter loaf swirled with luscious caramel sauce and topped with a glossy drizzle for the perfect comforting treat.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 1 hour hr

Total Time 1 hour hr 15 minutes mins

Servings: 10 slices

Course: Breakfast, Dessert

Cuisine: American

Calories: 310

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

  

Peanut Butter Caramel Bread

• 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking powder
• ½ tsp baking soda
• ½ tsp salt
• ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
• ½ cup creamy peanut butter
• 1 cup brown sugar, packed
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• ¾ cup milk
• ½ cup caramel sauce, plus more for drizzle

Equipment

• Mixing bowls
• Loaf pan
• Hand mixer or stand mixer
• Whisk

Method

 

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
2. Whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. Cream butter, peanut butter, and brown sugar until fluffy.
4. Beat in eggs and vanilla extract.
5. Alternate adding dry ingredients and milk to the wet mixture.
6. Fold in caramel sauce for swirls.
7. Pour into loaf pan, swirl extra caramel on top, and bake for 55–65 minutes.
8. Cool for 15 minutes, drizzle more caramel before serving.

Notes

For extra decadence, serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Serving Suggestions:

• Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and a caramel drizzle for dessert.
• Toast a slice for breakfast and spread with butter or more peanut butter.
• Pair with coffee or a caramel latte for the perfect afternoon snack.

Storage Information:

• Store covered at room temperature for up to 3 days.
• Refrigerate for up to 1 week for extra freshness.
• To freeze, wrap tightly in foil and place in a zip-top bag. Thaw overnight and reheat gently before serving.

FAQ:

Can I use natural peanut butter?
Yes, but stir it well before using since the oil separation can affect the texture.

Can I use homemade caramel sauce?
Absolutely! Homemade caramel adds a deeper, buttery flavor that pairs beautifully with peanut butter.

Can I make this recipe into muffins?
Yes! Pour the batter into muffin tins and bake for 20–25 minutes at 350°F.

History / Fun Facts:
Peanut butter bread recipes date back to the Great Depression when pantry ingredients were stretched creatively. Adding caramel elevates this humble loaf into a rich, modern dessert that still feels homey. This recipe pays homage to those roots — simple, satisfying, and full of nostalgic flavor.