Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Maple Glazed Banana Bread, a moist and flavorful loaf that takes the classic recipe to new heights. With ripe bananas and a rich maple glaze, this treat is perfect for breakfast, an afternoon snack, or as a dessert. Easy to prepare, it requires simple ingredients and is suitable for bakers of all skill levels. Whether served plain or topped with nut butter, this banana bread will leave everyone asking for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3โ4 medium ripe bananas
- 2 Tbsp brown sugar
- 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 eggs
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup (for glaze)
- 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon (for glaze)
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract (for glaze)
- 1 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350ยฐF (175ยฐC). Grease one 9ร5 inch loaf pan or two 8ร4 inch pans with parchment paper.
- Mash the bananas in a bowl; mix in brown sugar, vanilla extract, and ground cinnamon.
- In a separate bowl, cream together softened butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well.
- Combine flour, baking soda, and salt; gradually add to the butter mixture until just combined. Fold in the banana mixture gently.
- Pour batter into prepared pans and bake for 30-40 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow cooling for ten minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (60g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 17g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: For added texture, consider incorporating nuts or chocolate chips. To enhance sweetness without additional sugar, use overripe bananas.