Jamaican Rum Banana Bread 

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Moist, tropical, and spiked with dark rum, this isn’t your average banana bread! Topped with coconut and a zesty lime glaze, it’s a Caribbean vacation in every slice.

Why You’ll Love This

🌴 Tropical vibes – Coconut + rum = instant getaway.
🍌 Ultra-moist – Yogurt keeps it tender for days.
🍹 Boozy or not – Rum can sub with apple cider.
💃 Weekend-worthy – Perfect for brunch or gifting.

Ingredients

Bread

  • 2 cups (250g) flour, spooned & leveled

  • ¾ tsp baking soda

  • ½ tsp salt

  • 1 cup (200g) sugar

  • ¼ cup (60g) butter, softened

  • 2 large eggs

  • 1½ cups (340g) mashed ripe bananas (~3 medium)

  • ¼ cup (60ml) plain yogurt (or pina colada yogurt for extra flair!)

  • 3 tbsp dark rum (or apple cider)

  • ½ tsp vanilla extract

  • ½ cup (40g) sweetened coconut flakes

Topping

  • 1 tbsp coconut flakes

  • ½ cup (60g) powdered sugar

  • 1½ tbsp lime/lemon juice

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Prep & Mix Dry Ingredients

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Coat a 9×5” loaf pan with spray.

  • Whisk flour, baking soda, and salt in a bowl.

2. Cream Wet Ingredients

  • Beat sugar + butter until fluffy.

  • Add eggs one at a time, then mix in bananas, yogurt, rum, and vanilla.

3. Combine & Bake

  • Fold in dry ingredients until just combined. Stir in ½ cup coconut.

  • Pour into pan, top with 1 tbsp coconut.

  • Bake 55-65 mins until a toothpick comes out clean.

4. Glaze & Cool

  • Cool in pan 10 mins, then transfer to a rack.

  • Whisk powdered sugar + lime juice and drizzle over warm bread.

Pro Tips

🔸 Banana ripeness: The blacker, the sweeter!
🔸 Don’t overmix – Stir until just combined for a tender crumb.
🔸 Rum substitute: Use pineapple juice for kid-friendly version.

Variations

🥥 Toasted Coconut: Brown the topping coconut first.
🍍 Piña Colada: Add ¼ cup crushed pineapple to batter.
🌶 Spiced: Add ½ tsp cinnamon + pinch of nutmeg.

Serving Ideas

  • Brunch: Serve with coffee and fresh mango.

  • Dessert: Warm with vanilla ice cream and caramel drizzle.

  • Gifting: Wrap in parchment + twine for a sweet present.

Storage

  • Room temp: 3 days wrapped in foil.

  • Freeze: Up to 3 months (unglazed).

Final Thought

This Jamaican banana bread is a hug from the tropics—comforting, fragrant, and just a little bit wild. 🌺

More Caribbean-Inspired Treats:
🍹 Rum Cake
🍍 Coconut Pineapple Muffins
🍪 Ginger Lime Cookies

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