Description
This Caramel Macchiato Banana Bread is a warm, comforting twist on a classic loaf. Ripe bananas bring natural sweetness, espresso adds a gentle coffee depth, and a silky caramel glaze ties it all together. It’s easy to make, incredibly moist, and perfect for breakfast, snack time, or dessert with a cup of coffee.
Ingredients
Banana Bread
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2 very ripe bananas, mashed
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⅓ cup brown sugar
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¼ cup granulated sugar
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½ cup melted butter or neutral oil
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2 large eggs
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2 tablespoons brewed espresso or strong coffee, cooled
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1½ cups all-purpose flour
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1 teaspoon baking soda
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¼ teaspoon salt
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½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
Caramel Glaze
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¼ cup caramel sauce
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2 tablespoons heavy cream or milk
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Pinch of salt
Instructions
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Prep: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
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Mix wet ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk mashed bananas, brown sugar, granulated sugar, and melted butter/oil. Add eggs, espresso, and vanilla; mix until smooth.
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Add dry ingredients: Gently fold in flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon just until combined. Do not overmix.
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Bake: Pour batter into the pan and smooth the top. Bake for 50–60 minutes, until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
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Cool: Let the loaf cool in the pan for 30 minutes, then transfer to a rack.
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Glaze: Warm caramel sauce with cream and salt until smooth. Drizzle over the warm loaf. Slice and enjoy.
Notes
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Don’t overmix: Stir just until the flour disappears to keep the loaf tender.
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Check early: Ovens vary—start testing around 50 minutes.
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Customize it: Add chocolate chips, chopped nuts, or a pinch of espresso powder for extra coffee flavor.