This Spiced Rum Banana Bread recipe combines the classic flavors of ripe bananas with the warmth of spices and a hint of rum. It’s a delightful twist on traditional banana bread, perfect for breakfast or as a sweet snack.
The recipe is simple and requires just a few basic ingredients, making it an easy choice for both novice and experienced bakers.
Delicious Spiced Rum Banana Bread
This banana bread features mashed ripe bananas, brown sugar, and spiced rum, resulting in a moist and flavorful loaf. The recipe takes about 1 hour from start to finish and serves 8 slices.
Ingredients
- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1/3 cup melted butter
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- Pinch of salt
- 3/4 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup spiced rum
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 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 mixing bowl, combine the mashed bananas with melted butter. Stir in the baking soda and salt.
- Add Sugar and Egg: Mix in the brown sugar, beaten egg, vanilla extract, and spiced rum until well combined.
- Incorporate Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the flour, cinnamon, and nutmeg, mixing until just combined. If using, fold in the chopped nuts.
- Pour and Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the banana 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
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 8 slices
- Calories: 210kcal
- Fat: 8g
- Protein: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
