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Bourbon Banana Bread

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Ripe bananas provide natural sweetness, potassium, and moisture, reducing the need for excess sugar and fat. The darker the banana peel, the sweeter and more flavorful your bread will be.
Bourbon Banana Bread

Bourbon Banana Bread

Recipe by Daily Disher

Bourbon Banana Bread transforms the beloved classic with a splash of bourbon that enhances the natural sweetness of ripe bananas and adds sophisticated depth to every slice.

Course: DessertCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy
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Servings

8

servings
Prep time

15

minutes
Cooking time

1

hour 
Calories

350

kcal

1

hour 

15

minutes

    Ingredients

    • 3 ripe bananas

    • 0.25 cup bourbon

    • 0.5 cup butter

    • 1 cup sugar

    • 1 egg

    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

    • 1 teaspoon baking soda

    • 0.5 teaspoon salt

    • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour

    Directions

    • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 4×8-inch loaf pan with butter. Set aside for later use.
    • Mash the ripe bananas in a mixing bowl with a fork until they are smooth and no large lumps remain.
    • Stir in the melted butter, sugar, egg, bourbon, and vanilla extract into the mashed bananas until fully combined.
    • Add the baking soda and salt to the banana mixture and mix well, ensuring even distribution of these ingredients.
    • Gently fold the all-purpose flour into the wet mixture just until no dry flour is visible. Do not overmix.
    • Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula until the batter reaches all corners.
    • Bake in the preheated oven for 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
    • Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring to a rack.

    Nutrition Facts

    • Total number of serves: 4
    • Calories: 350kcal
    • Cholesterol: 0mg
    • Sodium: 620mg
    • Potassium: 400mg
    • Sugar: 8g
    • Protein: 6g
    • Calcium: 60mg
    • Iron: 2mg

    This Bourbon Banana Bread brings grown-up sophistication to your Sweet Sundae with its perfect balance of sweet banana flavor and warm bourbon notes. The alcohol enhances the banana’s natural sweetness while adding complexity that sets this loaf apart from ordinary banana bread. It’s incredibly moist, easy to make, and ideal for breakfast, afternoon snacks, or dessert—especially when served warm with a pat of butter melting into each slice.

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