Frosted Gingerbread Banana Bread


Christmas High Altitude | Published December 18, 2022 by Mimi Council

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Moist, fluffy, and bursting with holiday cheer — this Frosted Gingerbread Banana Bread is a must bake this holiday season! Just like traditional banana bread, but with all the flavors of Christmas that include molasses, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and a sweet glaze.

For more banana bread recipes, check out my Eggless Mini Chocolate Chip Banana Bread, Almond Butter Banana Bread, or my Maple Banana Bread with Vanilla Bean Glaze.

frosted gingerbread banana bread

This Frosted Gingerbread Banana Bread is my new favorite gingerbread recipe this holiday season! I created this Frosted Gingerbread Banana Bread simply because I had blackened bananas in my pantry.

I know I always talk about how I’m making banana bread because I have black bananas! But some of my favorite recipes have come of it, like my Eggless Mini Chocolate Chip Banana Bread. But this easy frosted gingerbread cake recipe is so good — and I would even leave out bananas to ripen for it, yes, it’s that special!

You can make this Frosted Gingerbread Banana Bread as an easy holiday brunch recipe. I love serving this has a holiday brunch recipe as it’s sweet and has a subtle banana flavor, which kind of makes it feel like a morning pastry. But, it also has a sweet glaze so it also makes a delicious holiday dessert recipe with a glass of milk or even a cocktail!

This Frosted Gingerbread Banana Bread is moist, fluffy, and bursting with holiday cheer! This also makes an amazing holiday gift for friends, family, or neighbors.

frosted gingerbread banana bread

Why You'll Love This Recipe

Festive Flavor Fusion: Frosted Gingerbread Banana Bread combines the classic flavors of gingerbread with the sweet, moist taste of banana bread, creating a unique and festive cake that is a perfect holiday brunch recipe.

Warm and Spicy Aroma: The aromatic blend of ginger, cinnamon, and cloves in this easy frosted gingerbread cake fills your kitchen with a warm and inviting scent, evoking the cozy feeling of winter baking.

Moist and Tender Crumb: The addition of ripe bananas ensures that this bread stays incredibly moist and tender, making each slice a delightful experience that melts in your mouth.

Brunch or Dessert: Because it's the holidays, this is the perfect holiday brunch recipe (because it's banana bread!). But banana bread is basically cake, and this is an easy frosted gingerbread cake that can also be served for dessert.

frosted gingerbread banana bread

Ingredients

frosted gingerbread banana bread

Tools Needed

Digital Food Scale

Stand Mixer

Caraway 1-Pound Loaf Pan

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Step by Step Instructions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a 1-pound loaf pan with parchment paper, letting it fold over the sides for easier removal.

Step 2

To make the batter: In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, add the butter, cane sugar, and molasses. Mix on low until combined and there are no chunks of butter.

Step 3

Add the bananas, eggs, milk, flour, cinnamon, cloves, ginger, baking powder, and sea salt in that order. Mix on low until combined. Transfer the batter to the prepared baking pan.

Step 4

Bake for 1 hour 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow to cool completely in the baking pan. (If you're baking at high altitude, be sure to check the Notes at the bottom of the recipe for high altitude baking instructions).

Step 5

To make the icing: In a small bowl, add the powdered sugar and water. Whisk until you have a smooth glaze. Drizzle over the top of the banana bread.

frosted gingerbread banana bread
frosted gingerbread banana bread

FAQ's

Can I make this ahead of time?

Yes, you can make this a day in advance of when you plan to serve it. I usually make this at night, the day before. Then I let it cool all night. And in the morning, I will remove it from the pan and glaze it.

Can I use another kind of milk in this recipe?

Yes, if you don’t want to use cow’s milk, you can use coconut milk. I’ve made this with coconut milk and it’s delicious! You could also use almond milk or pistachio milk.

How should I store this?

Just like traditional banana bread, this easy frosted gingerbread cake is also moist. So, it should be stored in an airtight container of some kind. This can mean a cake dome or a Tupperware. You can also wrap in plastic wrap if you must, but I highly recommend the eco-friendlier options!

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Frosted Gingerbread Banana Bread

Mimi Council
This moist banana bread is full of holiday cheer with the addition of molasses and gingerbread spices. This Frosted Gingerbread Banana Bread makes the best snack or dessert during the holidays.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Course Bread
Cuisine American
Makes 8 servings
Calories 485 kcal

Ingredients
 
 

Batter

Icing

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a 1-pound loaf pan with parchment paper, letting it fold over the sides for easier removal.
  • To make the batter: In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, add the butter, cane sugar, and molasses. Mix on low until combined and there are no chunks of butter.
  • Add the bananas, eggs, milk, flour, cinnamon, cloves, ginger, baking powder, and sea salt in that order. Mix on low until combined. Transfer the batter to the prepared baking pan.
  • Bake for 1 hour 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow to cool completely in the baking pan.
  • To make the icing: In a small bowl, add the powdered sugar and water. Whisk until you have a smooth glaze. Drizzle over the top of the banana bread.
  • Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

Notes

Gluten Free — Replace the all purpose flour with 318 grams (2 cups) gluten free flour blend.
High Altitude — Bake at 350°F for 1 hour 15 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Nutrition

Calories: 485kcalCarbohydrates: 86gProtein: 7gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 73mgSodium: 317mgPotassium: 369mgFiber: 2gSugar: 52gVitamin A: 460IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 92mgIron: 3mg
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