Rum-Spiced Banana Bread with Dark Molasses Glaze
Moist banana bread infused with warm rum and spices, finished with a sticky dark molasses glaze for extra richness. This american-inspired desserts ready in about 75 minutes layers all-purpose flour, baking soda, ground cinnamon into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 250 calories and feeds 8, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. 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.
Ingredients
- 1 cup (about 2 large bananas) ripe bananas, mashed
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground ginger
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp dark rum
- 1/4 cup dark molasses
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar
- 1 tbsp hot water
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan and set aside.
- Step 2: In a medium bowl, whisk together 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour, 1 tsp baking soda, 1 tsp ground cinnamon, 1/2 tsp ground ginger, and 1/2 tsp salt.
- Step 3: In a large bowl, combine 1 cup mashed ripe bananas, 1/3 cup melted unsalted butter, 3/4 cup granulated sugar, 1 large egg, 1 tsp vanilla extract, and 2 tbsp dark rum. Whisk until smooth.
- Step 4: Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, folding gently until just combined — do not overmix.
- Step 5: Pour batter into prepared loaf pan and bake for 55-60 minutes until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Step 6: While bread cools, prepare glaze by whisking together 1/4 cup dark molasses, 2 tbsp powdered sugar, and 1 tbsp hot water until smooth.
- Step 7: Once bread is warm but not hot, brush molasses glaze evenly over the top. Let cool completely before slicing.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Rum-Spiced Banana Bread with Dark Molasses Glaze take to make?
Total time is about 75 minutes (15 min prep + 60 min cook). Most home bakers find this fits a weekend afternoon; chill or store as the recipe directs before serving.
How do I store leftover Rum-Spiced Banana Bread with Dark Molasses Glaze?
Cool fully before storing. Most baked desserts keep at room temperature in an airtight container for 2–3 days, or in the fridge for up to 5 days. Cream- or custard-based desserts must go in the fridge within 2 hours; reheat gently or serve cold per the recipe.
Can I substitute ingredients in Rum-Spiced Banana Bread with Dark Molasses 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-Spiced Banana Bread with Dark Molasses 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-Spiced Banana Bread with Dark Molasses Glaze?
American desserts 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.
