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Crème Brûlée Banana Bread

Crème Brûlée Banana Bread: The Ultimate Comfort Dessert

This Crème Brûlée Banana Bread combines the comfort of banana bread with a decadent crème brûlée topping, creating an indulgent dessert that's perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 35 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; substitute with parchment paper for an alternative.
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Can substitute with gluten-free flour if needed.
  • 1 tsp Baking Soda Substitute with baking powder if preferred.
  • 1 tsp Kosher Salt Regular salt can be used as a substitute.
  • 3 bananas Mashed Ripe Bananas Overripe bananas are ideal for flavor.
  • 150 g Light Brown Sugar Substitute with coconut sugar for a less refined option.
  • 50 g Granulated Sugar Adjust quantity based on preference.
  • 2 large Large Eggs No suitable egg substitute recommended.
  • 0.5 cup Unsalted Butter Can substitute with vegetable oil.
  • 1 tsp Pure Vanilla Extract Enhances overall flavor.
For the Cream Cheese Frosting
  • 4 oz Cream Cheese Substitute with mascarpone for a different flavor.
  • 30 g Confectioners’ Sugar Sweetens and stabilizes the cream cheese frosting.
For the Caramelized Topping
  • 66 g Granulated Sugar Forms the caramelized layer essential for the crème brûlée effect.
  • 1 each A Blow Torch Necessary for caramelizing the sugar topping.

Equipment

  • Loaf Pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • Blow torch

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Prepare the Pan and Preheat the Oven: Grease a loaf pan with cooking spray and preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt until combined. Set aside.
  3. Combine the Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, mix mashed bananas, brown sugar, granulated sugar, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla until smooth.
  4. Incorporate the Dry Ingredients: Gradually stir the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
  5. Bake the Bread: Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 55-65 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. Cool the Bread: Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  7. Prepare the Cream Cheese Frosting: Mix softened cream cheese and confectioners' sugar until smooth.
  8. Caramelize the Sugar Topping: Spread cream cheese frosting on top of the cooled bread, sprinkle sugar, and caramelize with a blow torch.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 4gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container. For best taste, keep at room temperature or refrigerate for up to 3 days. Wrap slices before freezing.

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