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Cinnamon Swirl Banana Bread

Cinnamon Swirl Banana Bread - Heavenly Flavors in Every Slice

Cinnamon Swirl Banana Bread offers comforting flavors and delightful aromas, perfect for breakfast or a sweet treat.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 2-3 medium Ripe Bananas Use very ripe bananas with brown spots for maximum sweetness and moisture.
  • ⅓ cup Melted Butter Adds rich flavor; don’t substitute with oil for the best texture.
  • 1 cup Sugar Sweetens the batter and contributes to a lovely crust.
  • 1 large Egg Binds ingredients; substitute with flaxseed meal for vegan version.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Enhances flavor; opt for pure vanilla extract.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Acts as a leavening agent for rise.
  • a pinch Salt Balances sweetness and enhances flavors.
  • 1 ½ cups All-Purpose Flour Can be replaced with gluten-free flour blend.
For the Cinnamon Sugar Swirl
  • ¼ cup Sugar Adds sweetness to the swirl.
  • 1 tablespoon Ground Cinnamon Infuses warm spiced richness into the recipe.

Equipment

  • Loaf pan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Fork
  • measuring cups
  • Measuring Spoons
  • knife or skewer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 4x8 inch loaf pan with butter or non-stick spray.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, mash 2-3 very ripe bananas with ⅓ cup of melted butter until smooth with small lumps.
  3. Add 1 cup of sugar, 1 beaten egg, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract to the banana mixture, stirring until combined.
  4. Sprinkle 1 teaspoon of baking soda and a pinch of salt over the mixture, then sift in 1 ½ cups of all-purpose flour, folding gently.
  5. In a small bowl, mix ¼ cup of sugar and 1 tablespoon of ground cinnamon to create a cinnamon-sugar mix.
  6. Pour half of the banana bread batter into the prepared loaf pan and sprinkle three-quarters of the cinnamon-sugar mixture over it.
  7. Spoon the remaining batter over the cinnamon-sugar layer and swirl with a knife to create a marbled effect.
  8. Sprinkle the remaining cinnamon-sugar mixture over the top of the batter.
  9. Bake the bread in your preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, checking with a toothpick for doneness.
  10. Cool in the pan for 15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 130mgPotassium: 180mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store banana bread in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Freeze slices for up to 3 months, thaw before enjoying.

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