Banana bread is already a classic comfort food, but when you drizzle it with a rich salted caramel glaze, it transforms into something unforgettable. This Salted Caramel Banana Bread is ultra-moist, full of flavor, and topped with a buttery, salty-sweet caramel glaze that makes each slice feel indulgent. Whether for breakfast, dessert, or a coffee break, this recipe is a treat you’ll come back to again and again.
Salted Caramel Banana Bread
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| For The Banana Bread: | |
| All-purpose flour | 2 cups |
| Baking soda | 1 teaspoon |
| Cinnamon | 1 teaspoon |
| Salt | ½ teaspoon |
| Brown sugar, packed | ¾ cup |
| Butter, room temperature | ½ cup (1 stick) |
| Eggs | 2 |
| Sour cream | ⅓ cup |
| Ripe bananas, mashed | 4 |
| Vanilla | 1 ½ teaspoons |
| For The Glaze: | |
| Brown sugar, packed | ¼ cup |
| Butter | 2 tablespoons |
| Heavy cream | 2 tablespoons |
| Powdered sugar | ⅓ cup |
| Kosher salt | ½ teaspoon |
Preheat Oven & Prep Pan: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan and set it aside.
Make the Batter: In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt. In a larger bowl, beat the brown sugar and butter until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the sour cream, mashed bananas, and vanilla until smooth. Gradually add the dry ingredients, mixing just until combined—don’t overmix.
Bake the Bread: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 55–60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow the bread to cool slightly while you prepare the glaze.
Make the Glaze: In a small saucepan, combine brown sugar and butter. Cook over medium heat until it comes to a gentle boil, stirring often, for about 1 minute until the sugar dissolves. Remove from heat and stir in the heavy cream. Whisk in the powdered sugar and salt until the glaze is smooth. Let it cool for about 5 minutes.
Serve: Pour the warm salted caramel glaze over the banana bread, slice, and enjoy this decadent twist on a classic favorite.