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Glazed Eggnog Banana Bread

Deliciously Festive Glazed Eggnog Banana Bread Recipe

Indulge in this Glazed Eggnog Banana Bread, a moist and festive treat perfect for holiday gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 35 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Holiday
Calories: 210

Ingredients
  

For the Bread
  • 3 medium Ripe Bananas Use very ripe bananas for maximum sweetness.
  • 1 cup Eggnog Use non-dairy for a vegan option.
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Can substitute with gluten-free flour.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Essential for rising.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Nutmeg Adjust according to spice preference.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Reduce for a milder taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Balances sweetness.
  • 1 cup Sugar Can substitute with brown sugar.
  • 1/2 cup Oil (or melted butter) Vegetable or coconut oil recommended.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Almond extract can be substituted.
For the Glaze (optional)
  • 1/4 cup Eggnog For the glaze.
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Adjust based on taste.

Equipment

  • Loaf pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
  2. Mash the ripe bananas in a large mixing bowl until smooth.
  3. Mix in eggnog, sugar, oil (or melted butter), and vanilla extract until smooth.
  4. In another bowl, combine flour, baking soda, nutmeg, cinnamon, and salt.
  5. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
  7. Bake for 60-70 minutes, checking for doneness with a toothpick.
  8. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. Prepare the glaze by whisking together powdered sugar and eggnog.
  10. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled bread generously.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 1IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Use very ripe bananas for the best sweetness. Avoid overmixing to prevent dense bread.

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