Caramel Macchiato Banana Bread

This Caramel Macchiato Banana Bread combines the rich flavors of coffee and caramel with the moist texture of banana bread. Infused with brewed coffee and topped with a salted caramel glaze, it offers a delightful twist on the classic banana bread. Perfect for breakfast or dessert, this bread is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth.

Ingredients

For the Banana Bread:

• 1 cup mashed ripe bananas (about 2-3 bananas)

• 2 large eggs

• 1/2 cup granulated sugar

• 1/2 cup packed brown sugar

• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted

• 1/4 cup brewed coffee, cooled

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

• 1 teaspoon baking soda

• 1/2 teaspoon salt

• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

For the Salted Caramel Glaze:

• 1/4 cup unsalted butter

• 1/4 cup packed brown sugar

• 2 tablespoons heavy cream

• 1/4 teaspoon salt

• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  
  

Directions

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x5-inch loaf pan.

2. Prepare the Banana Bread Batter: In a large bowl, whisk together the mashed bananas, eggs, granulated sugar, brown sugar, melted butter, brewed coffee, and vanilla extract until well combined.

3. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon.

4. Mix Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined. Do not overmix.

5. Bake the Banana Bread: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Bake for 60-65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

6. Prepare the Salted Caramel Glaze: While the bread is baking, make the glaze. In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter.

7. Make the Glaze: Add the brown sugar to the melted butter and stir until the mixture comes to a boil. Let it boil for 1 minute without stirring.

8. Finish the Glaze: Remove the saucepan from heat and carefully add the heavy cream, salt, and vanilla extract. Stir until smooth and let it cool slightly.

9. Glaze the Banana Bread: Once the banana bread has cooled for about 10 minutes, drizzle the salted caramel glaze over the top. Allow the bread to cool completely before slicing.

Nutritional Information (per serving)

• Calories: Approximately 250 kcal

• Protein: 3g

• Fat: 12g

• Carbohydrates: 35g

• Fiber: 1g

• Sugar: 20g

• Sodium: 150mg