If you’re tired of plain old banana bread, this iced coffee version will give your taste buds a jolt. The combo of banana, cinnamon, and iced coffee makes this bread a perfectly caffeinated snack. It’s the kind of recipe you make when you want to feel sophisticated, yet still casually shove a piece of banana bread into your mouth. Seriously, who needs regular banana bread when you can have this iced-coffee-cinnamon marvel? It’s like breakfast and dessert had a caffeinated baby, and we’re all better off for it.
Iced Coffee Banana Bread with Cinnamon
This banana bread is made with iced coffee and a generous sprinkle of cinnamon for a sweet, spicy twist.
Ingredients
- 3 ripe bananas mashed
- 1/2 cup iced coffee
- 1/2 cup melted butter
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
- In a bowl, mash the bananas and add the iced coffee, melted butter, brown sugar, and vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, mix the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
- Gradually combine the dry ingredients with the wet ingredients, stirring until smooth.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 50 minutes.
- Cool the bread in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
- Slice and enjoy, preferably with a cup of iced coffee on the side for full effect.
Notes
Nutritional Values (per serving):
- Calories: 280
- Total Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
Vitamins and Minerals (per serving):
- Potassium: 10%
- Iron: 8%
- Vitamin B6: 10%
- Magnesium: 6%
- Vitamin E: 4%
Additional Notes/Tips to Enhance the Flavor for the Recipe:
- For a richer flavor, try using dark roast iced coffee.
- Add some chopped walnuts or chocolate chips for an extra texture boost.
- Store in an airtight container to keep it fresh for a few days, though we all know it won’t last that long.
