Cinnamon Swirl Banana Bread
This Cinnamon Swirl Banana Bread combines the natural sweetness of ripe bananas with a delightful cinnamon twist. It's moist, flavorful, and perfect for breakfast or a snack.
Ingredients
For the bread
- 3 pieces ripe bananas, mashed Use very ripe bananas for best sweetness and flavor.
- ⅓ cup melted butter
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 piece egg, beaten
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour Can substitute with whole wheat flour for a healthier option.
- 1 tablespoon cinnamon Adjust quantity to taste.
- ¼ cup brown sugar
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the mashed bananas with melted butter.
- Mix in the sugar, egg, and vanilla extract.
- Sprinkle the baking soda and salt over the mixture and mix well.
- Gradually add the flour and mix until just combined.
Cinnamon Mixture
- In a small bowl, mix the cinnamon and brown sugar for the swirl.
Assembly
- Pour half of the batter into the loaf pan, then sprinkle half of the cinnamon mixture on top.
- Add the remaining batter and top with the rest of the cinnamon mixture.
- Use a knife to gently swirl the cinnamon mixture into the batter.
Baking
- Bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow to cool before slicing and serving.
Notes
This banana bread is delicious on its own, warm with butter, or topped with honey. Can add nuts for texture and chocolate chips or dried fruit for variation. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, refrigerated for up to a week, or freeze for 2-3 months.