Rum-Spiked Banana Bread with Brown Sugar Glaze
Moist banana bread enhanced with a splash of aged gold rum and topped with a sweet brown sugar glaze for a decadent treat. This caribbean-inspired desserts ready in about 75 minutes layers (about 2 large) ripe bananas, mashed, all-purpose flour, baking soda 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 280 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) ripe bananas, mashed
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp gold rum
- 2 tbsp milk
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tbsp water
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan. In a large bowl, whisk 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 tsp baking soda, and 1/2 tsp salt.
- Step 2: In another bowl, mix 1 cup mashed ripe bananas, 1/2 cup melted unsalted butter, 3/4 cup brown sugar, 1 large egg, 1 tsp vanilla extract, 2 tbsp gold rum, and 2 tbsp milk until smooth.
- Step 3: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
- Step 4: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 55-60 minutes until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Step 5: While bread cools, whisk 1/2 cup powdered sugar with 1 tbsp water to make a smooth glaze. Drizzle over the cooled banana bread before slicing and serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Rum-Spiked Banana Bread with Brown Sugar 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-Spiked Banana Bread with Brown Sugar 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-Spiked Banana Bread with Brown Sugar 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-Spiked Banana Bread with Brown Sugar 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-Spiked Banana Bread with Brown Sugar Glaze?
Caribbean 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.
