Caramel Banana Bread
A delightful twist on the classic banana bread, featuring ripe bananas and rich caramel for a moist and flavorful loaf that's perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Wet Ingredients
- 3 pieces ripe bananas, mashed The riper the bananas, the sweeter the bread.
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
Toppings
- ½ cup caramel sauce Divided; half for batter and half for drizzling on top.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, mix the mashed bananas and melted butter.
- Add brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract. Stir until combined.
- Mix in baking soda and salt.
- Gradually add flour and mix until just combined.
- Fold in half of the caramel sauce.
Baking
- Pour the batter into a greased loaf pan.
- Drizzle the remaining caramel sauce on top.
- Bake for 60-70 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let it cool before slicing.
Notes
Serve warm or at room temperature. For added indulgence, serve with vanilla ice cream or sprinkle with nuts or chocolate chips. To store, wrap tightly in plastic wrap or keep in an airtight container for 2-3 days at room temperature; refrigerate for a week or freeze for up to 3 months.