Banana Bread with Brown Butter Cinnamon Glaze

This Banana Bread with Brown Butter Cinnamon Glaze, is a delicious fall twist on a classic favorite. This moist, tender banana bread is elevated with rich, nutty notes from browned butter and perfectly ripened bananas. The showstopper is a luscious brown butter cinnamon glaze that adds a warm, spiced sweetness, making each slice utterly irresistible. Whether served for breakfast or as a treat, this banana bread is sure to become a go-to recipe that will delight friends and family alike.

Banana Bread Ingredients

• 8 Tablespoons (1 stick) butter, room temperature

• 1 cup light brown sugar

• 2 eggs

• 4 bananas (fresh or frozen, I used a combination of fresh and frozen)

• 1 1/2 cups all purpose flour

• 1 teaspoon baking soda

• 1/2 teaspoon salt

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Banana Bread Instructions

• Preheat oven to 350, spray loaf pan with pan spray, butter, or oil

• In a medium mixing bowl smash bananas with a whisk or masher. Add eggs and mix. In a second bowl combine flour, baking soda, and salt. Give it a quick mix.

• In a third medium mixing bowl, use an electric mixer or kitchen aid to  cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy (4 minutes). Add vanilla and banana, egg mixture. Mix until incorporated. Then add flour mixture, mixing until just incorporated (do not over mix)

• Using a rubber spatula, mix by hand to make sure everything is incorporated and scrap sides.

• Pour banana bread mix into baking pan

• Bake for 55-60 minutes. The top should split open a little. Test with cake skewer or toothpick

• Remove, cool

Brown Butter Cinnamon Glaze Ingredients

• 1/4 cup unsalted butter

• 1 cup powdered sugar, sifted

• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

• 2-3 tablespoons milk (or more for desired consistency)

• Pinch of salt

Brown Butter Cinnamon Glaze Instructions

• Brown the butter: In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Once melted, continue cooking the butter, stirring occasionally, until it turns golden brown and develops a nutty aroma (about 4-5 minutes). Watch closely to avoid burning. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

• Mix the glaze: In a medium bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and salt. Gradually stir in the brown butter until combined.

• Adjust consistency: Slowly add milk, one tablespoon at a time, whisking until you reach your desired consistency. The glaze should be smooth and pourable.

• Drizzle and enjoy: Drizzle the glaze over your favorite banana bread while still slightly warm so it sets into a shiny, flavorful coating.