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Crème Brûlée Banana Bread

Crème Brûlée Banana Bread for Ultra-Dreamy Dessert Moments

Crème Brûlée Banana Bread is a luxurious blend of banana bread and crème brûlée, perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bread
  • 1 can Cooking Spray Prevents sticking; any non-stick cooking spray works well.
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Gluten-free flour can be used as a substitute.
  • 1 tsp Baking Soda Can be swapped with baking powder if needed.
  • 0.5 tsp Kosher Salt Regular table salt is a suitable alternative.
  • 3 medium Mashed Ripe Bananas Overripe bananas yield the best flavor.
  • 150 g Light Brown Sugar Coconut sugar is a great less refined substitute.
  • 50 g Granulated Sugar Feel free to adjust based on sweetness preference.
  • 2 large Eggs No suitable egg substitute is recommended.
  • 0.5 cup Unsalted Butter Can be replaced with vegetable oil.
  • 1 tsp Pure Vanilla Extract Amplifies the overall flavor beautifully.
For the Frosting
  • 4 oz Cream Cheese Acts as the base for the frosting; mascarpone provides a different flavor profile.
  • 30 g Confectioners' Sugar Sweetens and stabilizes the frosting perfectly.
For the Caramelized Topping
  • 66 g Granulated Sugar Essential for crafting that delectable crunchy topping.
  • A Blow Torch Necessary for achieving that classic caramelized layer.

Equipment

  • Loaf Pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • Blow torch

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Pan: Grease a loaf pan with cooking spray and preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: Whisk together 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of baking soda, and 1/2 teaspoon of kosher salt in a medium bowl.
  3. Combine Wet Ingredients: Mash 3 ripe bananas and mix in 150 grams of light brown sugar, 50 grams of granulated sugar, 2 large eggs, 1/2 cup of melted unsalted butter, and 1 teaspoon of pure vanilla extract.
  4. Incorporate Dry Ingredients: Gradually add your dry mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined.
  5. Bake: Pour the batter into the greased loaf pan and bake for 55-65 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. Cool: Allow the bread to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  7. Prepare the Frosting: Mix 4 ounces of softened cream cheese with 30 grams of confectioners’ sugar until smooth.
  8. Caramelize Sugar: Sprinkle 66 grams of granulated sugar over the frosting and caramelize using a blow torch until golden and crunchy.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use overripe bananas for maximum sweetness. Avoid overmixing to keep bread light and airy. Cool completely before frosting.

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