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Cinnamon Swirl Banana Bread

Irresistible Cinnamon Swirl Banana Bread for Cozy Mornings

Indulge in this Cinnamon Swirl Banana Bread that elegantly combines sweet ripe bananas with warm cinnamon for a cozy breakfast or dessert treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour For a gluten-free version, use a gluten-free flour blend.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Acts as a leavening agent.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Adds warmth and spice.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt Balances sweetness.
  • 2/3 cup Granulated Sugar or Brown Sugar Brown sugar adds a deeper flavor.
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Creates tenderness.
  • 2 large Eggs Provides structure.
  • 1 1/2 cups Mashed Ripe Bananas Should be very ripe for best sweetness.
  • 1/3 cup Plain Greek Yogurt or Sour Cream Substitute with dairy-free yogurt for a dairy-free option.
  • 1 teaspoon Pure Vanilla Extract Enhances overall flavor.
For the Cinnamon Swirl
  • 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar For the swirl.
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons Ground Cinnamon Adds extra warmth to the batter.
For the Icing
  • 1/2 cup Confectioners’ Sugar Sifted.
  • 1 tablespoon Heavy Cream or Milk Helps create the icing consistency.

Equipment

  • 9x5-inch metal loaf pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • electric mixer
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C) and grease a 9x5-inch metal loaf pan.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, ground cinnamon, and salt.
  3. In a large bowl, cream the butter and granulated or brown sugar until light and fluffy. Then add the eggs, mashed bananas, yogurt, and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing gently until just combined.
  5. In a small bowl, mix together the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon for the swirl.
  6. Pour half of the batter into the prepared pan, sprinkle the cinnamon sugar mixture on top, then add the remaining batter. Swirl gently with a knife.
  7. Bake for 55-65 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean. Tent with foil if browning too quickly.
  8. Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 1 hour, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. For the icing, whisk together the confectioners' sugar and heavy cream or milk until smooth. Drizzle over the cooled bread.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.5gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Let the bread cool completely before icing to maintain the icing's texture and appearance.

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