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Caramelized Banana Bread

This Caramelized Banana Bread is a delicious treat! Moist, sweet, and elevated with salted caramel, it’s perfect for breakfast or dessert.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons Challenge Salted Caramel Spread For that rich caramel flavor.
  • 2 medium overripe bananas (205g)
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar (150g)
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 7 tablespoons milk (any kind)
  • 1 teaspoon vinegar or lemon juice A little acidity to enhance flavor and texture.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda For leavening
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt Balances the sweetness of the bread.
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour (248g)
  • 1 amount Butter and granulated sugar for greasing the pan

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer or whisk
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Loaf pan
  • Rubber spatula

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). This ensures that your bread will bake evenly.
  2. Grease your loaf pan with butter and sprinkle a bit of granulated sugar over the butter to create a sweet crust for your bread.
  3. In a mixing bowl, mash the overripe bananas with a fork until smooth. Set aside.
  4. In another bowl, cream together the softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. This will take about 2-3 minutes using an electric mixer on medium speed.
  5. Add the eggs, milk, and vinegar (or lemon juice) to the butter-sugar mixture. Beat until well combined.
  6. Fold the mashed bananas into the wet mixture until just combined.
  7. In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until no dry pockets remain.
  8. Gently fold in the Challenge Salted Caramel Spread, being careful not to overmix. You want to have swirls of caramel throughout the batter.
  9. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
  10. Bake in the preheated oven for 55-65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  11. Once baked, remove the banana bread from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then, transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Notes

  • Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days at room temperature.
  • For longer storage, refrigerate wrapped bread for up to a week.
  • Freeze slices for up to 3 months, tightly wrapped in plastic and foil.