Get ready to elevate the classic banana bread to a whole new level of deliciousness! This Caramelized Banana Bread with Brown Butter Glaze is not just another recipe—it's a transformative culinary experience that will turn ordinary baking into an extraordinary indulgence. Imagine biting into a moist, rich slice of banana bread, enhanced with a luxurious brown butter glaze that adds depth, richness, and an irresistible nutty flavor that will have everyone begging for your secret recipe.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 60 mins
Total Time: 75 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 1 loaf
Ingredients
- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan with butter or non-stick spray and set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, mash the 3 ripe bananas with a fork or potato masher until smooth. Make sure there are no large lumps left.
- Add the 1/2 cup of melted unsalted butter to the mashed bananas and mix well until combined.
- Stir in 1 cup of granulated sugar, followed by the 2 large eggs. Mix until the eggs are fully incorporated into the batter.
- Add 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract and mix until everything is well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of baking soda, and 1/4 teaspoon of salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; it’s okay if there are a few small lumps.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the bread comes out clean.
- While the banana bread is baking, prepare the brown butter glaze. In a small saucepan, melt 1/2 cup of unsalted butter over medium heat. Continue cooking the butter, stirring frequently, until it turns golden brown and has a nutty aroma. This should take about 5-7 minutes.
- Once the butter is browned, remove it from the heat and carefully stir in 1/2 cup of brown sugar and 1/4 cup of heavy cream. Mix until the sugar is dissolved and the glaze is smooth.
- After the banana bread has finished baking, remove it from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then, transfer the loaf to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once the banana bread is cool, drizzle the warm brown butter glaze over the top. Allow the glaze to set for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
- Enjoy your delicious caramelized banana bread with brown butter glaze!
Tips
- Always use overripe bananas - the darker and spottier, the better! They provide more natural sweetness and deeper flavor.
- Don't overmix your batter - mix just until ingredients are combined to keep the bread tender and prevent a tough texture.
- For the brown butter glaze, watch it carefully while browning. The line between perfectly browned and burned is thin, so keep stirring and remove from heat as soon as it turns golden and smells nutty.
- Let the bread cool completely before glazing to prevent the glaze from becoming too runny.
- Store your banana bread in an airtight container to maintain moisture, and it will stay delicious for 3-4 days at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 320kcal
Carbohydrates: 45g
Protein: 4g
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 9g
Cholesterol: 75mg
