Description
Cinnamon Swirl Banana Bread is a delightful treat that brings together the comforting flavors of ripe bananas and aromatic cinnamon. This moist, sweet loaf is perfect for breakfast or dessert, making it a favorite for any occasion. The beautiful cinnamon swirls not only enhance the visual appeal but also add an irresistible flavor that will have your family and friends asking for seconds. Enjoy this easy-to-make recipe that turns your kitchen into a warm and inviting bakery with each delicious slice.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 ripe bananas
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup melted butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
- In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth.
- Mix in the melted butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
- Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- For the cinnamon swirl, mix additional sugar with cinnamon in a small bowl.
- Pour half of the batter into the prepared pan, sprinkle half of the cinnamon mixture on top, then repeat with remaining batter and cinnamon mixture.
- Bake for 55–65 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (70g)
- Calories: 215
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg