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Caramel Macchiato Banana Bread Recipe

Caramel Macchiato Banana Bread Recipe
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This Caramel Macchiato Banana Bread is a delightful twist on traditional banana bread, infusing creamy espresso flavor with swirls of salted caramel and topped with a luscious caramel glaze. Perfect for coffee lovers and banana bread enthusiasts alike, this moist and flavorful loaf combines the richness of macchiato-inspired ingredients with the sweetness of ripe bananas, creating a unique and irresistible treat.

Ingredients

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Bread Ingredients

  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 cup light brown sugar (packed)
  • 1/3 cup canola or vegetable oil
  • 2 teaspoons granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup sour cream (lite or Greek yogurt as a substitute)
  • 1 tablespoon instant espresso granules
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
  • 1 cup mashed ripe bananas (about 2 medium/large bananas or 3 small bananas)
  • 1/4 cup caramel or salted caramel sauce (thick consistency recommended)

Glaze Ingredients

  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 6 tablespoons light brown sugar (packed; equivalent to 1/4 cup + 2 tablespoons)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt (optional and to taste)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Pan: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×5-inch loaf pan thoroughly, or line it with parchment paper and spray the paper with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
  2. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the egg, light brown sugar, oil, granulated sugar, sour cream, instant espresso granules, and vanilla extract until smooth and combined.
  3. Add Dry Ingredients: Sift in or add the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Stir gently until just combined, avoiding overmixing to prevent a dense loaf.
  4. Incorporate Bananas: Fold in the mashed ripe bananas until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
  5. Transfer Batter: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula for an even surface.
  6. Swirl Caramel: Drizzle the salted caramel sauce over the top, keeping a small margin near the pan edges. Using a butter knife, gently swirl the caramel about an inch into the batter without touching the edges to avoid burning or sticking.
  7. Bake: Place the loaf pan in the oven and bake for 45 to 50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs but no wet batter.
  8. Cool Bread: Remove from the oven and allow the bread to cool in the pan on a wire rack while you prepare the glaze.
  9. Make Glaze: In a small saucepan over medium-high heat, melt the unsalted butter. Add the brown sugar, vanilla extract, and optional salt; whisk until the sugar dissolves completely.
  10. Simmer Glaze: Reduce heat to low and let the glaze simmer gently for 3 minutes, observing a gentle bubbling and dimpled texture. Do not stir during this time.
  11. Cool and Glaze: Let the glaze cool slightly (about 5 minutes) to a warm temperature before drizzling evenly over the cooled banana bread. You may glaze the loaf in the pan or after turning it onto a wire rack, whichever you prefer.
  12. Set Glaze: Allow the glaze to fully set by resting the bread for about 1 hour before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • Use ripe, spotty bananas for the best flavor and natural sweetness.
  • Be sure to use thick caramel sauce rather than thin sundae syrup to prevent it from running into the pan edges and burning.
  • Swirling the caramel gently prevents caramel from touching the pan edges, reducing burnt spots and sticking.
  • The glaze can be applied while the bread is still in the pan or after removing it depending on your preferred presentation and ease.
  • Substitute sour cream with Greek yogurt for a slightly tangier and healthier alternative.
  • Store leftovers covered at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for about a week.

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Keywords: Caramel Macchiato Banana Bread, Banana Bread with Espresso, Salted Caramel Banana Bread, Coffee Banana Bread, Moist Banana Bread, Sweet Breakfast Bread

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