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Cinnamon Roll Banana Bread

Cinnamon Roll Banana Bread: Comforting Sweetness in Every Slice

This Cinnamon Roll Banana Bread combines the flavors of cinnamon rolls and banana bread for a deliciously comforting treat.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 3 medium Overripe Bananas Use very ripe bananas for maximum sweetness and moisture.
  • 2 cups Flour Replace with gluten-free flour blend if necessary.
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar Can be substituted with coconut sugar for a healthier option.
  • 1/2 cup Butter Melted; can be swapped for vegetable oil.
  • 2 large Eggs Acts as a binding agent; flax eggs or applesauce for vegan option.
For the Cinnamon Swirl
  • 2 tablespoons Cinnamon Adjust based on personal preference.
  • 1/2 cup Sugar Brown sugar can be used to match the bread's caramel notes.
Optional Add-Ins
  • 1 cup Nuts Chopped walnuts or pecans for crunch.
  • 1 cup Dried Fruits Cranberries or raisins for added sweetness.

Equipment

  • Loaf pan
  • mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a loaf pan by lining it with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, mash the overripe bananas until smooth and creamy.
  3. Add melted butter to the mashed bananas and stir until fully incorporated, then beat in the eggs and a splash of vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
  5. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring just until no floury bits remain.
  6. In a small bowl, combine sugar and cinnamon to create the swirl mixture.
  7. Pour half of the batter into the loaf pan, sprinkle half of the cinnamon-sugar mixture, and layer with the remaining batter and the rest of the cinnamon mixture.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 60 to 65 minutes, checking for doneness with a toothpick.
  9. Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 27gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.5gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, use very ripe bananas and avoid over-mixing to ensure a fluffy texture. Customize with your favorite mix-ins.

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