Caramel Banana Bread Board (Print Version)
Caramel banana bread paired with fruits, spreads, and sweet treats for a delightful sharing centerpiece.
# Components:
→ Caramel Banana Bread
01 - 2 ripe bananas, mashed
02 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
03 - 1/2 cup light brown sugar
04 - 2 large eggs
05 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
06 - 1 2/3 cups all-purpose flour
07 - 1 teaspoon baking soda
08 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
09 - 1/2 cup caramel sauce, plus extra for drizzling
→ Fruits & Accompaniments
10 - 1 cup strawberries, halved
11 - 1 cup blueberries
12 - 2 kiwis, sliced
13 - 2 bananas, sliced
14 - 1 apple, sliced
15 - 1/2 cup seedless grapes
16 - 1 cup mini pretzels
17 - 1/2 cup chocolate-covered almonds
→ Spreads & Sweets
18 - 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
19 - 1/2 cup chocolate-hazelnut spread (such as Nutella)
20 - 1/2 cup peanut butter or almond butter
21 - 1/4 cup caramel sauce, for dipping
# Directions:
01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan. In a large bowl, combine mashed bananas, melted butter, light brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.
02 - In a separate bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt.
03 - Stir the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined. Fold in the caramel sauce gently.
04 - Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Bake for 50 to 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
05 - Let the banana bread cool completely in the pan, then slice into 1/2 to 3/4-inch thick pieces.
06 - Place banana bread slices in the center of a large serving board or platter. Surround with strawberries, blueberries, kiwis, banana slices, apple slices, grapes, mini pretzels, and chocolate-covered almonds.
07 - Position cream cheese, chocolate-hazelnut spread, peanut or almond butter, and caramel sauce in small bowls around the board. Drizzle extra caramel sauce over banana bread if desired.
08 - Present the board immediately for sharing.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Perfect for sharing at gatherings
- Combines indulgent dessert flavors with fresh fruit for balance
02 -
- This recipe contains gluten, dairy, eggs, and nuts. Always check ingredient labels for allergens.
- Add extra fruits or swap nuts to suit dietary preferences.
03 -
- Use day-old banana bread for easier slicing and serving.
- Keep spreads in small bowls to avoid mixing flavors on the board.