This is not your average banana bread. No ma’am, this is banana bread that drank coffee, got dressed, and decided to win.
It’s what happens when your overripe bananas meet espresso and throw a party with crunchy walnuts and a sassy drizzle.
This loaf is bold, a little nutty (like you on a Monday), and vegan without sacrificing even one ounce of indulgence.
It’s breakfast, it’s dessert, it’s therapy wrapped in a golden crust with a caffeine kick.
One bite and you’ll swear this bread texted your ex for closure and moved on with grace.
Espresso Banana Nut Bread with Glaze
A moist, flavorful banana bread packed with espresso, crunchy nuts, and topped with a dreamy glaze. Comfort food got promoted.
Ingredients
Banana Nut Bread:
- 3 ripe bananas mashed
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup melted coconut oil
- 1 tbsp brewed espresso
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp cinnamon
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ cup chopped walnuts
- ¼ cup non-dairy milk
Espresso Glaze:
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 tbsp brewed espresso
- 1 tsp non-dairy milk adjust as needed
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease your loaf pan.
- In a bowl, mash bananas until mostly smooth.
- Stir in brown sugar, coconut oil, espresso, vanilla, and milk.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
- Add dry ingredients into the banana mixture. Stir until just combined.
- Fold in chopped walnuts. Pour batter into the prepared pan.
- Bake for 50 minutes or until a toothpick comes out mostly clean.
- Let the bread cool in the pan for 15 minutes. Remove and place on a wire rack.
- Mix powdered sugar, espresso, and non-dairy milk to make glaze.
- Drizzle glaze over cooled bread and let it set. Slice, serve, and enjoy.
Notes
📊 Nutritional Information (Per Serving)
- Calories: 250
- Total Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
💪 Vitamins & Minerals (Per Serving)
- Potassium: 9%
- Iron: 6%
- Vitamin B6: 7%
- Magnesium: 5%
- Folate: 4%
✨ Tips to Boost Flavor
- Toast walnuts for extra crunch and toasty flavor.
- Sub maple syrup for sugar in the glaze for extra drama.
- Add a pinch of instant coffee to glaze for boldness.
- Serve slightly warm with more glaze, because you’re worth it.
