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Salted Caramel Banana Bread

Irresistible Salted Caramel Banana Bread for Sweet Cravings

This Salted Caramel Banana Bread combines roasted bananas with a rich salted caramel glaze, perfect for sweet cravings.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Bread
  • 3 medium Ripe Bananas Substitute with overripe strawberries or applesauce for variation.
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Whole wheat flour can be used for a healthier option.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Check for freshness before use.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt Use sea salt for a better taste.
  • 0.5 cups Unsalted Butter Coconut oil can be a dairy-free alternative.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Brown sugar can be used for more flavor.
  • 2 large Eggs Flax eggs can serve as a vegan substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Homemade vanilla extract adds a personal touch.
For the Salted Caramel Glaze
  • 0.5 cups Heavy Cream Coconut cream works as a dairy-free alternative.
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Sift to ensure a smooth texture.
  • 0.25 teaspoon Salt Enhances the flavor of the glaze.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Loaf Pan
  • mixing bowl
  • Spatula
  • Baking Tray
  • Parchment paper
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Salted Caramel Banana Bread
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
  2. Peel and slice ripe bananas lengthwise, roast on a baking tray for 15–20 minutes until caramelized.
  3. Mash roasted bananas in a bowl, mix in melted unsalted butter until well combined.
  4. Add granulated sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract to the banana mixture and whisk until smooth.
  5. Whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt in a separate bowl, then mix into the banana batter until just combined.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 50–60 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Prepare the glaze by melting butter and sugar in a saucepan, then whisk in heavy cream, powdered sugar, and salt until smooth.
  8. Once cooled, drizzle the warm salted caramel glaze over the banana bread before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 450IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure to use very ripe bananas for maximum sweetness. Don't overmix the batter, and allow the bread to cool before slicing.

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