Cinnamon Swirl Banana Bread
Cinnamon Swirl Banana Bread is a delightful, cozy treat that combines ripe bananas and cinnamon for an irresistible flavor experience. This easy recipe creates a moist, fluffy loaf with a beautiful swirl of cinnamon sugar, perfect for breakfast or an afternoon snack. Whether enjoyed warm or toasted, this banana bread will quickly become a family favorite, bringing warmth and joy to any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 65 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 10 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 3–4 ripe bananas (mashed)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup melted butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
- In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth.
- Mix in melted butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture; stir until just combined.
- For the cinnamon swirl mix: combine 2 tbsp granulated sugar with 1 tsp cinnamon in a separate bowl.
- Pour half the batter into the prepared pan, sprinkle with half of the cinnamon mixture, then add the remaining batter and top with the rest of the cinnamon mix.
- Bake for 60-65 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (70g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: For added texture, mix in walnuts or chocolate chips. Substitute with gluten-free flour if desired. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days or freeze slices for later.