Chai Spiced Banana Loaf with Coffee Glaze
Moist banana loaf spiced with chai flavors and drizzled with a bold coffee glaze. Aromatic, cozy, and irresistibly caffeinated.
Ingredients
For the Chai Spiced Banana Loaf:
- Ripe bananas mashed: 3 medium
- All-purpose flour: 1 ¾ cups
- Granulated sugar: ½ cup
- Brown sugar: ¼ cup
- Baking powder: 1 teaspoon
- Baking soda: ½ teaspoon
- Salt: ½ teaspoon
- Ground cinnamon: 1 teaspoon
- Ground cardamom: ½ teaspoon
- Ground ginger: ½ teaspoon
- Ground cloves: ¼ teaspoon
- Eggs: 2 large
- Butter melted: ½ cup
- Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon
- Greek yogurt: ½ cup
For the Coffee Glaze:
- Brewed coffee: ½ cup
- Powdered sugar: ¾ cup
- Butter: 1 tablespoon
- Pinch of cinnamon optional
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat and Prepare the Pan
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a loaf pan and line it with parchment paper.
- Step 2: Combine Dry Ingredients
- In a large bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, cardamom, ginger, and cloves until blended.
- Step 3: Mix Wet Ingredients
- In another bowl, beat the sugars, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla until smooth. Add mashed bananas and Greek yogurt; mix until combined.
- Step 4: Blend Wet and Dry Mixtures
- Gradually fold the dry mixture into the wet ingredients. Mix until just combined—don't overdo it.
- Step 5: Bake
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan. Bake for 50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Step 6: Make the Coffee Glaze
- In a saucepan, combine brewed coffee, powdered sugar, and butter. Heat over medium, whisking until thickened. Add cinnamon if desired.
- Step 7: Drizzle and Serve
- Once the loaf cools, pour the warm coffee glaze over it. Let the glaze set before slicing. Enjoy!
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving):
- Calories: 310
- Total Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
Key Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving):
- Vitamin B6: 8% DV
- Potassium: 280 mg
- Calcium: 3% DV
- Iron: 6% DV
- Magnesium: 5% DV
Additional Notes/Tips:
- Spice Boost: Want extra chai flair? Add a pinch of nutmeg for an extra kick.
- Storage Tip: Wrap tightly and store at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- Glaze Hack: Thicken the coffee glaze with more powdered sugar if needed.
- Serving Suggestion: Toast a slice for a warm, aromatic snack.