Spiced Rum-Infused Banana Bread
Moist and tender banana bread with warm spices and a hint of aged spiced rum for depth and complexity. This american-inspired desserts ready in about 75 minutes layers spiced rum, all-purpose flour, granulated sugar 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 230 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
- 2 tbsp spiced rum
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F. In a large bowl, combine 1 cup mashed ripe bananas with 2 tbsp spiced rum and 1/2 cup melted unsalted butter, stirring to blend.
- Step 2: Whisk in 3/4 cup granulated sugar and 1 large egg, followed by 1 tsp vanilla extract until smooth.
- Step 3: In a separate bowl, sift together 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour, 1 tsp baking soda, 1 tsp ground cinnamon, 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg, and 1/2 tsp salt.
- Step 4: Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet banana mixture until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
- Step 5: Pour batter into a greased 9x5-inch loaf pan and bake for 55-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let cool in pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Spiced Rum-Infused Banana Bread 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 Spiced Rum-Infused Banana Bread?
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 Spiced Rum-Infused Banana Bread?
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 Spiced Rum-Infused Banana Bread 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 Spiced Rum-Infused Banana Bread?
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.
