Bagel with Peanut Butter and Banana

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A bagel with peanut butter and banana is a popular, hearty breakfast or snack originating from American deli and café culture. It typically consists of a toasted bagel (often plain, whole wheat, or everything) spread with creamy or crunchy peanut butter and topped with fresh banana slices.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is a balanced source of carbohydrates from the bagel and banana, healthy fats and plant-based protein from the peanut butter, and provides key nutrients like potassium, magnesium, and fiber. A standard serving with one medium bagel, two tablespoons of peanut butter, and half a banana ranges from 400 to 500 calories.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	520 kcal
Protein	15 g
Carbs	82 g
Fat	18 g
Fiber	8 g
Sugar	22 g
Sodium	480 mg
Potassium	680 mg
Magnesium	95 mg
Phosphorus	180 mg
Iron	3.5 mg
Vitamin B6	0.5 mg
Vitamin C	10 mg
Niacin (B3)	5 mg
Folate	60 mcg

Per 1 bagel (105 g) with 2 tbsp (32 g) peanut butter and 1 medium banana (118 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, this combination is a classic example of a simple, satisfying, and energy-dense meal favored by students, athletes, and busy professionals for its convenience and staying power. Nutritionally, the pairing of peanut butter's protein and fat with the banana's natural sugars and the bagel's complex carbs creates a slow-release energy blend that helps maintain fullness.