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Glazed Eggnog Banana Bread Recipe

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This Glazed Eggnog Banana Bread is a moist, flavorful twist on classic banana bread, infused with warm holiday spices and rich eggnog. Made in one bowl, it’s simple to prepare and topped with a luscious eggnog glaze that hardens into a sweet, spiced coating perfect for festive occasions.

Ingredients

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Banana Bread

  • 4 medium sized bananas, the riper the better
  • 1/2 cup neutral flavored oil, room temperature (refined coconut oil, canola oil, or vegetable oil)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup eggnog
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup light brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 1/4 cups all purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Eggnog Glaze

  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 pinch ground nutmeg
  • 6–8 tablespoons eggnog

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a standard size loaf pan thoroughly to prevent sticking and set it aside.
  2. Mash Bananas and Mix Wet Ingredients: Peel the bananas and place them in a large mixing bowl. Mash thoroughly with a fork, removing large lumps. Add the oil, eggs, light brown sugar, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and 1/2 cup of eggnog. Whisk everything together until just combined; avoid overmixing. An electric mixer can be used for convenience.
  3. Add Dry Ingredients: Incorporate the all-purpose flour, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, baking powder, baking soda, and salt into the wet mixture. Mix completely until the batter is uniform in texture.
  4. Pour and Bake: Pour the batter into the greased loaf pan, smoothing the top. Place in the preheated oven and bake for 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Oven times may vary.
  5. Cool the Bread: Remove the banana bread from the oven and let it sit in the pan for 10-15 minutes. Then, carefully remove it from the pan and place it on a cooling rack to cool completely.
  6. Prepare Eggnog Glaze: In a medium bowl, combine the powdered sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Gradually whisk in 6-8 tablespoons of eggnog until you achieve your desired glaze consistency—use less eggnog for a thicker glaze and more for a thinner one.
  7. Glaze the Bread: Once the banana bread has completely cooled, drizzle the eggnog glaze generously over the top, allowing some to drip down the sides. Let the glaze set and harden before slicing and serving. Enjoy your festive glazed eggnog banana bread!

Notes

  • For best results, use very ripe bananas for enhanced sweetness and flavor.
  • If you don’t have eggnog, you can substitute with milk mixed with a bit of vanilla and nutmeg, though the flavor will differ slightly.
  • Ensure the bread is completely cooled before glazing to prevent melting the glaze.
  • The glaze thickness can be adjusted by varying the amount of eggnog added, allowing customization based on preference.
  • Store leftover banana bread at room temperature in an airtight container for up to 3 days or refrigerate to extend freshness.

Keywords: Banana Bread, Eggnog, Holiday Bread, Spiced Banana Bread, Eggnog Glaze, One Bowl Banana Bread, Festive Baking

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