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Caramel Macchiato Banana Bread

Caramel Macchiato Banana Bread
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Caramel Macchiato Banana Bread is a delicious twist on classic banana bread, combining the rich flavors of caramel and brewed espresso with ripe bananas for a moist, tender loaf. Perfect for any time of day, it offers a gourmet coffeehouse experience at home with easy-to-find ingredients and a simple baking process.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 3–4 ripe bananas (with plenty of brown spots)
  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil or melted butter
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup brewed espresso (strong and hot)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/3 cup caramel sauce (plus extra for drizzling)

Instructions

  1. Prepare your oven and pan: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan with butter or line it with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
  2. Mix dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt to ensure even distribution for a consistent rise and crumb.
  3. Mash bananas and combine wet ingredients: In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth but still slightly chunky. Stir in granulated sugar, brown sugar, vegetable oil, eggs, vanilla extract, and brewed espresso until fully combined.
  4. Combine wet and dry mixtures: Slowly add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture. Gently fold until just combined—overmixing can toughen the bread.
  5. Add caramel swirls: Pour half the batter into your prepared loaf pan, drizzle with caramel sauce, then add the remaining batter. Swirl gently with a knife to create beautiful caramel ribbons.
  6. Bake until golden: Place the loaf in the oven and bake for about 55-65 minutes. Test doneness by inserting a toothpick in the center—it should come out mostly clean with a few moist crumbs.
  7. Cool and enjoy: Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Drizzle extra caramel on top if desired.

Notes

  • Use overripe bananas for maximum sweetness and moisture.
  • Freshly brewed strong espresso gives the best flavor compared to instant coffee.
  • Ensure eggs and wet ingredients are at room temperature for smooth mixing.
  • Swirl caramel gently to maintain a marbled effect without fully blending in.
  • Start checking for doneness around 50 minutes as oven temperatures may vary.

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Keywords: banana bread, caramel macchiato, coffee flavored bread, caramel banana bread, espresso banana bread, moist banana bread

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