Elvis Presley's Grilled Peanut Butter and Banana Sandwich

Indulge in a taste of rock 'n' roll nostalgia with Elvis Presley’s Grilled Peanut Butter and Banana Sandwich — a decadent blend of creamy, nutty, and fruity flavors wrapped in golden, buttery perfection. This quick and easy recipe is ready in just 10 minutes, featuring ripe banana slices and creamy peanut butter tucked between two slices of bread, which are then grilled to crispy, caramelized bliss in a buttery skillet. Ideal for breakfast, a snack, or dessert, this comfort food classic is as filling as it is flavorful. Savor the gooey, toasty goodness that made it The King's signature treat! Perfect for fans of easy comfort foods, nostalgic recipes, and sweet-and-savory flavor combinations.

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 1

Ingredients

• 1 ripe banana
• 2 tablespoons creamy peanut butter
• 2 slices white or whole grain bread
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter

Directions

Step 1

Peel the ripe banana and slice it into thin rounds, approximately 1/4 inch thick.

Step 2

Spread 1 tablespoon of peanut butter evenly on one side of each bread slice.

Step 3

Arrange the banana slices over the peanut butter on one slice of bread, ensuring even coverage.

Step 4

Place the second slice of bread on top, peanut butter side down, to form a sandwich.

Step 5

Heat a skillet or frying pan over medium heat.

Step 6

Spread 1 tablespoon of butter evenly on one outer side of the sandwich.

Step 7

Gently place the sandwich, buttered side down, onto the heated skillet.

Step 8

Spread the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter on the top side of the sandwich while it cooks.

Step 9

Cook the sandwich for about 2-3 minutes on each side or until the bread is golden brown and crispy, and the peanut butter is warm and slightly gooey.

Step 10

Remove the sandwich from the skillet and let it cool for a minute before slicing in half.

Step 11

Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(232g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	549.0

Total Fat 27.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 14.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 62mg	0%
Sodium 465.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 73.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.1g	0%
Total Sugars 18.4g
Protein 9.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 132.0mg	0%
Iron 1.7mg	0%
Potassium 488mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 42.7%

Protein: 6.6%

Carbs: 50.7%