Irresistible Spiced Dulce de Leche Banana Bread
Elevate your classic banana bread with a delightful twist of spiced dulce de leche. This recipe from simplyrecipes offers a unique flavor profile that is sure to impress.
Ingredients for the Banana Bread:
- Cooking spray
- 1 1/2 cup (190g) all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup dulce de leche
- 3 medium ripe bananas, roughly chopped
- 1/3 cup (76g) unsalted butter, melted and cooled slightly
- 2 large eggs
For the Streusel and Optional Drizzle:
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 3 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, room temperature
- 1/4 cup dulce de leche, optional
- About 1 tablespoon milk, optional
Method:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×5 or 8 1/2x 4 1/2-inch loaf pan with non-stick spray.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg for the banana bread. Set aside.
In a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, combine granulated sugar, 3/4 cup dulce de leche, and chopped bananas. Mix on medium-low for 30 seconds, scrape down the sides, and beat for another 30 seconds. Reduce speed to low and gradually add the flour mixture in 1/4 cup increments. Once half of the flour is incorporated, add the melted butter, followed by the eggs. Finally, add the remaining flour and mix until just combined, scraping the bowl and paddle as needed.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan. For the streusel, whisk together flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt in a separate bowl. Cut in the room temperature butter with your hands until a crumbly mixture forms, resembling wet sand. Sprinkle this streusel evenly over the batter.
Bake for 50 minutes to 1 hour and 10 minutes, or until a cake tester inserted into the center comes out clean. Baking time may vary slightly depending on pan size. Allow the loaf to cool completely in the pan before serving.
