Description
Cinnamon Swirl Banana Bread is a delightful treat that perfectly combines the sweetness of ripe bananas with the warm, comforting flavor of cinnamon. This moist bread is not just easy to make but also incredibly versatile, making it an irresistible choice for breakfast, snacks, or even dessert. As it bakes, your kitchen will be filled with a cozy aroma that invites everyone to indulge. Each slice features a beautiful marbled cinnamon swirl, ensuring that it looks as good as it tastes. Whether enjoyed plain, toasted with butter, or paired with coffee, this banana bread is sure to become a beloved staple in your home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- ¼ cup brown sugar
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
- In a large bowl, mix mashed bananas, melted butter, sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt; gradually incorporate into the wet mixture until just combined.
- For the cinnamon swirl mixture, combine ground cinnamon and brown sugar in a small bowl.
- Pour half the banana batter into the prepared pan; sprinkle half of the cinnamon-sugar mix over it. Layer with remaining batter and top with the rest of the cinnamon-sugar mixture.
- Use a knife or skewer to gently swirl through layers.
- Bake for about 60-70 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let cool before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 65 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (80g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg