Peanut Butter Banana Toast with Yogurt
Founders
Three core ingredients, plus a few small additions that make them better. Peanut butter banana toast is the breakfast that asks almost nothing of you and delivers every time — fast, filling, and genuinely satisfying. The yogurt is the detail that elevates it from snack to meal.
It works for kids, it works for adults, and it comes together in under five minutes. Make two or make four.
Yields: 1–2 (depending on appetite)
The Findings: Why It Works
- Peanut butter provides protein and fat that slow digestion and keep hunger at bay — far more sustaining than jam or butter on toast.
- Ripe banana adds natural sweetness and a soft texture that pairs perfectly with the richness of the peanut butter. The riper, the better.
- Yogurt on the side — or dolloped on top — adds creaminess, tang, and extra protein. It also cools the richness of the peanut butter and makes the whole thing feel more considered.
- Toast, not bread. The crunch of toasted bread is structural — it holds the toppings without going soggy and adds textural contrast that makes every bite more satisfying.
Ingredients
Core
- 2 slices of bread (sourdough, wholegrain, or sandwich bread)
- 2–3 tbsp natural peanut butter
- 1 ripe banana, sliced
Additions
- ½ cup (120g) plain yogurt (full-fat for best texture)
- 1 tsp honey or maple syrup (optional)
- Pinch of cinnamon or flaky salt (optional)
Directions
Toast the bread to your preferred level — golden and crisp holds up best under the toppings.
Spread peanut butter generously over each slice while still warm — it softens slightly and becomes easier to spread.
Arrange banana slices over the peanut butter. Add a pinch of cinnamon or flaky salt if using.
Serve with yogurt on the side for dipping, or dollop it directly on top. Drizzle with honey or maple syrup if desired.