Jamaican Banana Bread Recipe
This Jamaican Banana Bread Recipe brings authentic Caribbean flavors to your kitchen. Rich spices like nutmeg, cinnamon, and allspice create warmth.
Equipment
- Large mixing bowl
- Electric mixer or whisk
- 9x5 inch loaf pan
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Rubber spatula
- Wire cooling rack
Ingredients
- 3 ripe bananas mashed
- 1/3 cup melted butter
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 egg beaten
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons dark rum
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- Pinch of salt
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon allspice
- 1/3 cup shredded coconut
Instructions
- Heat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease loaf pan well.
- Mash bananas in large bowl completely.
- Add melted butter to mashed bananas.
- Mix brown sugar into banana mixture.
- Beat in egg and vanilla extract.
- Stir in dark rum carefully.
- Sprinkle baking soda and salt over mixture.
- Add flour gradually, mixing gently.
- Fold in all spices evenly.
- Add coconut flakes last.
- Pour batter into prepared pan.
- Bake for 60-65 minutes total.
- Test with toothpick for doneness.
- Cool in pan 10 minutes.
- Remove and cool completely.
Notes
- Use very ripe bananas for maximum sweetness and flavor
- Don't overmix the batter to keep bread tender
- Store covered for up to five days freshness
- Freeze slices individually for quick breakfast options
- Add chopped walnuts for extra Caribbean crunch