Description
Bourbon Banana Bread is a delectable twist on the classic banana bread, infusing ripe bananas with the rich flavors of bourbon for a moist and flavorful loaf. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a cozy afternoon snack, each slice boasts a golden-brown crust and soft interior. Whether enjoyed plain or topped with cream cheese frosting, this treat will surely be the star of your dessert table, inviting everyone back for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 ripe bananas (about 1 ½ cups mashed)
- 1/4 cup bourbon
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a standard loaf pan with butter or nonstick spray.
- In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth but still slightly textured.
- Mix in the sugar, eggs, and bourbon until just combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually fold into the wet mixture until fully combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for about 60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Allow to cool in the pan for ten minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (68g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg