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Caramel Banana Upside-Down Bread

This indulgent caramel banana upside-down bread is the perfect mix of gooey caramelized bananas and moist, flavorful banana bread.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time45 minutes
Total Time1 hour
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Keywords: baking, banana bread, caramelized bananas, Desserts, easy recipes, homemade bread, upside-down cake
Servings: 8 slices
Author: Patricia

Ingredients

  • 2 ripe bananas, sliced
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/3 cup whole milk

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
  2. In the pan, melt the butter over low heat, then stir in the brown sugar and honey until combined.
  3. Arrange banana slices evenly on top of the caramel mixture.
  4. In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  5. In another bowl, beat sugar and eggs until light and fluffy.
  6. Add sour cream, vanilla extract, and milk to the egg mixture, mixing until combined.
  7. Gradually fold in the dry ingredients until just combined.
  8. Pour the batter over the bananas in the pan and spread evenly.
  9. Bake for 40-45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  10. Let the bread cool for 10 minutes, then carefully invert onto a plate to serve.

Notes

For extra richness, serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a drizzle of caramel sauce.