Salted Caramel Banana Bread (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Banana Bread

01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1 teaspoon baking soda
03 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
04 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
05 - 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
06 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
07 - 2 large eggs
08 - 1/3 cup sour cream
09 - 4 ripe bananas, mashed
10 - 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract

→ Salted Caramel Glaze

11 - 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
12 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
13 - 2 tablespoons heavy cream
14 - 1/3 cup powdered sugar
15 - 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt

# Instructions:

01 - Set your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan and set it aside.
02 - In a medium bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt. Set aside.
03 - In a larger bowl, whip the brown sugar and room-temperature butter until it reaches a creamy consistency. Then, incorporate the eggs one at a time.
04 - Add the sour cream, mashed bananas, and vanilla extract to your creamy base. Beat until all ingredients are well-integrated.
05 - Gradually fold the dry ingredient mix into the wet mixture. Be cautious not to overmix; you want it just combined.
06 - Pour the batter into your prepared loaf pan. Bake for 55-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
07 - While your bread is cooling, craft the glaze. In a small saucepan, melt the brown sugar and butter over medium heat. Boil until the sugar dissolves, about one minute.
08 - Remove the saucepan from heat. Stir in the heavy cream, followed by the powdered sugar and kosher salt. Whisk until smooth.
09 - Let the glaze cool for about 5 minutes. Then, pour it generously over your cooled banana bread.

# Notes:

01 - For the best flavor, use very ripe bananas with brown spots on their peels.
02 - The bread can be stored at room temperature for up to 3 days if wrapped tightly.