Bread & Breakfast
Plantain Banana Nut Bread with Cinnamon Maple Honey Glaze
Ingredients
12 Person(s)
Directions
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1. Prepare the plantains
Fry the plantains until golden brown and caramelized. Allow them to cool slightly, then chop them into bite-sized pieces.
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2. Prepare the batter
Preheat your oven according to the baking directions on the Krusteaz Banana Nut Muffin Mix package.
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3. Add the Mix
Add the Krusteaz Banana Nut Muffin Mix to a large mixing bowl. Add the eggs, milk, and vegetable oil. Stir until everything is well combined. Do not overmix.
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4. Fold in the plantains
Gently fold the chopped fried plantains into the batter until evenly distributed.
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5. Bake
Pour the batter into a prepared loaf pan and spread it evenly. Bake according to the package directions, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
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6. Cool
Allow the bread to cool in the pan for several minutes before transferring it to a wire rack.
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7. Melt Butter
Add the butter to a small saucepan over low heat and allow it to melt.
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8. Add
Add the cinnamon, maple syrup, and honey.
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9. Stir
Stir until the ingredients are fully combined and the glaze is smooth and warmed through.
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10. Remove
Remove from the heat and allow the glaze to cool slightly. It should be warm and pourable, but not extremely hot.
Plantain Banana Nut Bread with Cinnamon Maple Honey Glaze
A delicious twist on classic banana nut bread, this Plantain Banana Nut Bread starts with Krusteaz Banana Nut Muffin Mix and gets an upgrade with sweet, caramelized fried plantains. It’s finished with a buttery cinnamon maple honey glaze that adds the perfect touch of sweetness.
Ingredients
For the Plantain Banana Nut Bread
- 1 box Krusteaz Banana Nut Muffin Mix
- 1 cup fried plantains, chopped
- 3 large eggs
- ½ cup milk
- ⅓ cup vegetable oil
For the Cinnamon Maple Honey Glaze
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ cup maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons honey
Glaze the Bread
Once the banana nut bread has cooled, drizzle the cinnamon maple honey glaze generously over the top.
Allow the glaze to sit for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
Tips for the Best Plantain Banana Nut Bread
- Use ripe plantains: Ripe plantains provide the best sweetness and caramelized flavor.
- Don’t overmix the batter: Mix just until the ingredients are combined for a tender loaf.
- Let the bread cool before glazing: This helps keep the glaze from melting completely into the bread.
- Serve warm: For an extra cozy treat, warm a slice slightly before serving.
Why You’ll Love It
This Plantain Banana Nut Bread takes an easy boxed mix and turns it into something extra special. Sweet fried plantains add a delicious caramelized flavor and texture, while the cinnamon maple honey glaze brings buttery warmth and just the right amount of sweetness.
It’s perfect for breakfast, brunch, an afternoon treat, or a cozy dessert.
A Little Love From My Kitchen 
Thank you for spending time in Chardonnay’s Cozy Kitchen. I hope this recipe adds a little extra comfort, joy, and love to your table.
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May your kitchen always be cozy, your table always full, and every meal made with love.
With Love,
Chardonnay