Salted Caramel Banana Bread

This Salted Caramel Banana Bread transforms a classic favorite into something extraordinary with a luscious, buttery caramel glaze that balances sweet and salty flavors. The banana bread itself is incredibly moist and tender, while the homemade caramel sauce adds a decadent touch, perfect for breakfast or dessert.

Salted Caramel Banana Bread
Ingredients:
For the Banana Bread:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ¾ cup packed brown sugar
• ½ cup (1 stick) butter, softened
• 2 eggs
• ⅓ cup sour cream
• 4 ripe bananas, mashed
• 1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract

For the Glaze:

• ¼ cup packed brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 tablespoons heavy cream
• ⅓ cup powdered sugar
• ½ teaspoon kosher salt

Directions:

1. Prepare Oven and Pan: Heat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt. Set aside.
3. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, beat the brown sugar and softened butter until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
4. Add Wet Ingredients: Stir in the sour cream, mashed bananas, and vanilla until combined. Gradually add the dry ingredients and mix just until incorporated. Avoid overmixing.
5. Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 55-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
6. Make the Glaze: While the bread cools, combine brown sugar and butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir constantly until it comes to a boil and sugar dissolves, about 1 minute. Remove from heat and stir in heavy cream. Whisk in powdered sugar and kosher salt until smooth. Let cool for 5 minutes.
7. Glaze and Serve: Drizzle the glaze over the warm banana bread and enjoy!