This Bourbon Brown Sugar Banana Bread recipe combines the rich flavors of ripe bananas with the sweetness of brown sugar and a hint of bourbon. It’s a delightful twist on the classic banana bread recipe that adds depth and warmth to each slice.
Perfect for breakfast or as a snack, this banana bread is easy to make and can be enjoyed fresh out of the oven or toasted with butter.
Delicious Bourbon Brown Sugar Banana Bread
This banana bread features mashed ripe bananas, brown sugar, and a splash of bourbon for a unique flavor profile. The recipe takes about 1 hour from start to finish and yields a moist, flavorful loaf that serves 8 slices.
Ingredients
- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon bourbon
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the melted butter and mashed bananas. Stir in the brown sugar, beaten egg, vanilla extract, and bourbon until well combined.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the baking soda, salt, and flour. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the banana mixture, stirring until just combined. If using, fold in the chopped nuts.
- Pour into Pan: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the bread to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely. Slice and enjoy!
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Servings: 8 slices
- Calories: 210kcal
- Fat: 8g
- Protein: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
