This Salted Caramel Banana Bread transforms a classic favorite into something extraordinary with a luscious, buttery caramel glaze that balances sweet and salty flavors. The banana bread itself is incredibly moist and tender, while the homemade caramel sauce adds a decadent touch, perfect for breakfast or dessert.
Salted Caramel Banana Bread
Ingredients:
For the Banana Bread:
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon cinnamon
½ teaspoon salt
¾ cup packed brown sugar
½ cup (1 stick) butter, softened
2 eggs
⅓ cup sour cream
4 ripe bananas, mashed
1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
For the Glaze:
¼ cup packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons heavy cream
⅓ cup powdered sugar
½ teaspoon kosher salt
Directions:
Prepare Oven and Pan: Heat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt. Set aside.
Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, beat the brown sugar and softened butter until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
Add Wet Ingredients: Stir in the sour cream, mashed bananas, and vanilla until combined. Gradually add the dry ingredients and mix just until incorporated. Avoid overmixing.
Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 55-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Make the Glaze: While the bread cools, combine brown sugar and butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir constantly until it comes to a boil and sugar dissolves, about 1 minute. Remove from heat and stir in heavy cream. Whisk in powdered sugar and kosher salt until smooth. Let cool for 5 minutes.
Glaze and Serve: Drizzle the glaze over the warm banana bread and enjoy!
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