Rum-Soaked Banana Bread with Spiced Caramel Glaze

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Moist banana bread infused with dark rum and finished with a warm caramel glaze spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg, evoking Caribbean dessert flavors. This caribbean-inspired caribbean ready in about 85 minutes pairs (about 3 bananas) ripe bananas mashed, all-purpose flour, baking soda for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 8, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart.

★ 4.3 (14 ratings) Prep: 20 min Cook: 65 min Serves 8 Caribbean cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F. In a medium bowl, whisk together 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour, 1 tsp baking soda, 1/2 tsp salt, 1 tsp ground cinnamon, and 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg. Set aside.
  2. Step 2: In a large bowl, cream 1/2 cup softened unsalted butter with 3/4 cup packed brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes. Beat in 2 large eggs one at a time, then stir in 1 cup mashed ripe bananas, 2 tbsp dark rum, and 1 tsp vanilla extract until combined.
  3. Step 3: Gradually fold the dry flour mixture into the wet ingredients until just combined. Pour batter into a greased 9x5-inch loaf pan and smooth the top.
  4. Step 4: Bake for 60-65 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
  5. Step 5: To make the spiced caramel glaze, combine 1/2 cup brown sugar, 1/4 cup heavy cream, and 2 tbsp unsalted butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir continuously and bring to a gentle boil, cooking for 3-4 minutes until thickened and glossy.
  6. Step 6: Remove glaze from heat and let cool slightly before drizzling generously over the banana bread. Allow glaze to set before slicing and serving this rum-infused Caribbean treat.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Rum-Soaked Banana Bread with Spiced Caramel Glaze take to make?

Total time is about 85 minutes (20 min prep + 65 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Rum-Soaked Banana Bread with Spiced Caramel Glaze?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep all-purpose flour from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Rum-Soaked Banana Bread with Spiced Caramel Glaze?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Rum-Soaked Banana Bread with Spiced Caramel Glaze for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 8 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 8). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Rum-Soaked Banana Bread with Spiced Caramel Glaze?

Caribbean caribbean like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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