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Cinnamon Swirl Banana Bread

Cinnamon Swirl Banana Bread That's Moist and Irresistible

Delight in the moist and flavorful Cinnamon Swirl Banana Bread, featuring ripe bananas and a rich cinnamon-sugar swirl.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 3 medium Ripe Bananas Aim for bananas with brown spots for the best flavor and texture.
  • 1/3 cup Melted Butter Can be substituted with coconut oil for a dairy-free option.
  • 1 cup Sugar Coconut sugar or honey can be used as alternatives.
  • 1 large Egg For a vegan option, use a flax egg.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Optional, but highly recommended.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Functions as a leavening agent.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Balances sweetness.
  • 1 1/2 cups All-Purpose Flour Can be exchanged for a gluten-free blend.
For the Cinnamon-Sugar Mixture
  • 1 tablespoon Cinnamon Creates the signature swirl.
  • 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar Adjust based on your sweetness preference.

Equipment

  • Loaf pan
  • mixing bowl
  • fork or pastry blender
  • spatula
  • butter knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Cinnamon Swirl Banana Bread
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 4x8 inch loaf pan.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the melted butter with the mashed ripe bananas until smooth and creamy.
  3. Stir in the sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract until fully incorporated and the batter is slightly thick.
  4. Sprinkle the baking soda and salt over the banana mixture. Fold in the all-purpose flour until just combined.
  5. Mix together the cinnamon and granulated sugar in a small bowl.
  6. Pour half of the banana batter into the prepared loaf pan, then sprinkle three-quarters of the cinnamon-sugar mixture over it.
  7. Pour the remaining banana batter over the cinnamon-sugar mixture, smoothing it out carefully.
  8. Gently swirl through the batter with a butter knife in a wave pattern.
  9. Sprinkle the remaining cinnamon-sugar mixture over the top of the batter.
  10. Bake for 50-60 minutes, checking doneness with a toothpick.
  11. Remove from the oven and let cool in the pan for 15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 180IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For the best sweetness and moisture, choose overripe bananas with brown spots. Allow the bread to cool before slicing for the perfect crumb structure.

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