Rum-Soaked Banana Bread with Spiced Glaze
Moist banana bread infused with dark rum and topped with a warm spiced glaze reminiscent of Caribbean island flavors. This caribbean-inspired caribbean ready in about 75 minutes pairs medium mashed ripe bananas, 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.
Ingredients
- 3 medium mashed ripe bananas
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) melted unsalted butter
- 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp dark rum
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp milk
- 1/4 tsp ground allspice
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan with butter.
- Step 2: In a medium bowl, whisk together 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, and 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg.
- Step 3: In a large bowl, combine 3 medium mashed ripe bananas, 1/2 cup melted unsalted butter, 3/4 cup packed brown sugar, 2 large eggs, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and 2 tablespoons dark rum. Mix until smooth.
- Step 4: Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet banana mixture just until combined.
- Step 5: Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 55-60 minutes until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Step 6: While bread cools, whisk 1/2 cup powdered sugar, 2 tablespoons milk, and 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice until smooth to make the spiced glaze.
- Step 7: Drizzle glaze over warm banana bread before slicing and serving.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Rum-Soaked Banana Bread with Spiced Glaze take to make?
Total time is about 75 minutes (15 min prep + 60 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 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 medium mashed ripe bananas from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Rum-Soaked Banana Bread with Spiced 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 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 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.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
This banana bread was a hit at my family gathering! The rum flavor was perfect without being overpowering.
- ★★★★☆
My kids devoured this! The spiced glaze made it extra special for breakfast.
- ★★★★☆
The glaze was delicious, but I found the bread a bit too moist. Next time I'll reduce the rum by half.
