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Salted Caramel Banana Bread Recipe

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This Salted Caramel Banana Bread is a delightful twist on classic banana bread, combining ripe bananas with rich caramel syrup and a touch of sea salt for a perfect balance of sweet and salty flavors. Moist, flavorful, and easy to make, it’s an indulgent treat ideal for breakfast, snacks, or dessert.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 2 1/4 cups all purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt (for topping)

Wet Ingredients

  • 3 ripe bananas (mashed with a fork)
  • 1/2 cup white sugar
  • 1/3 cup brown sugar
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons caramel syrup
  • 1/2 cup butter (melted and cooled)
  • 1/4 cup buttermilk
  • 2 eggs (beaten)

For Topping

  • 2–3 tablespoons caramel sauce

Instructions

  1. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg, mixing until evenly distributed.
  2. Add Wet Ingredients: Add the mashed bananas, white sugar, brown sugar, vanilla extract, caramel syrup, cooled melted butter, buttermilk, and beaten eggs to the dry ingredients. Ensure the butter is not too hot to prevent scrambling the eggs.
  3. Blend Batter: Using a hand mixer, mix the batter for about three minutes until smooth and free of lumps.
  4. Prepare for Baking: Pour the batter into a greased loaf pan. Drizzle two tablespoons of caramel sauce over the top and use a butter knife to swirl it throughout the batter.
  5. Bake: Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 55 to 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  6. Cool Bread: Remove the loaf from the oven and let it cool for about 15 minutes in the pan.
  7. Add Sea Salt: While the bread is still warm but not hot, sprinkle the sea salt evenly over the top of the loaf to enhance the sweet and salty flavor.
  8. Finish with Caramel: Drizzle 2 to 3 tablespoons of caramel sauce over the sea salt-topped bread before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • Ensure butter is cooled before mixing to avoid scrambled eggs.
  • You can substitute caramel syrup with homemade caramel sauce if preferred.
  • Use ripe bananas for best flavor and natural sweetness.
  • Check doneness with a toothpick to avoid overbaking and drying out the bread.
  • Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.

Keywords: banana bread, salted caramel, caramel banana bread, sweet bread, homemade banana bread, dessert bread, breakfast bread, easy banana bread recipe

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