Rum-Soaked Banana Bread with Spiced Glaze

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Moist banana bread infused with dark rum and topped with a warm spiced glaze reminiscent of Caribbean island flavors. This 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. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 60 min Serves 8 Caribbean cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan with butter.
  2. 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.
  3. 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.
  4. Step 4: Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet banana mixture just until combined.
  5. 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.
  6. 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.
  7. 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.

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