Caramelized Banana Bread
Cuisine: American
Caramelized Banana Bread takes a beloved classic to a whole new level with its rich, buttery sweetness and golden caramel notes. Overripe bananas are sautéed in brown sugar and butter until perfectly caramelized, infusing the bread with a deep, luscious flavor. The moist, tender crumb is complemented by a hint of vanilla and warm spices, making every slice irresistibly indulgent. Whether served warm with a pat of butter, as a midday treat, or transformed into the ultimate French toast, this elevated banana bread will delight your taste buds and become a staple in your baking repertoire.
Difficulty: EASY
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
Serving Size: 1 loaf
Ingredients:
- 3 tablespoons butter, softened
- 3/4 cup packed dark brown sugar
- 3 medium ripe bananas, sliced
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons gold rum
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Directions:
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat melt 3 tablespoons butter. Add brown sugar and bananas and sauté for 4 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat and cool 10 minutes. Place banana mixture in your mixer bowl and beat at medium speed until smooth.
- Combine the buttermilk, oil, rum and eggs in a small bowl. Separately, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder and salt. Add flour mixture and buttermilk mixture alternately to the banana mixture, beginning and ending with the flour mixture. Be very careful to not over mix.
- Spray a 9 x 5-inch metal loaf pan with Pam and scrape the batter into it. Bake in a preheated oven set to 350°F for 1 hour or until fully set.