Dark and Stormy Banana Bread – A Spiced, Boozy Twist on a Classic Favorite

🍌 Moist Banana Bread with Dark Rum and Ginger – The Bold, Grown-Up Version You’ll Crave

If you're a fan of banana bread and cocktails, this recipe is for you. Dark and Stormy Banana Bread is inspired by the famous drink—featuring ripe bananas, dark rum, molasses, and a kick of ground ginger. It's incredibly moist, rich with flavor, and perfect for anyone who enjoys bold, aromatic desserts. Serve it warm with a cup of tea—or something stronger!

📋 Ingredients:

• 2–3 very ripe bananas, mashed
• 1/2 cup dark brown sugar
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1/4 cup dark rum
• 2 tablespoons molasses
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• Optional: 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or dark chocolate chunks

📝 Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease or line a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together mashed bananas, melted butter, sugars, eggs, vanilla, rum, and molasses until smooth.
3. In a separate bowl, mix flour, baking soda, salt, ginger, and cinnamon.
4. Gradually combine the dry ingredients with the wet mixture. Stir until just combined.
5. Fold in walnuts or chocolate chunks if using.
6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 50–60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7. Let cool in pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Serve warm or at room temperature.

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