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Cinnamon Swirled Banana Bread

Cinnamon Swirled Banana Bread

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Indulge in the delightful experience of making Cinnamon Swirled Banana Bread, a moist and flavorful treat perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert. This banana bread combines the natural sweetness of ripe bananas with a heavenly swirl of buttery cinnamon sugar, creating an irresistible flavor that will enchant your taste buds. Whether enjoyed plain, toasted, or topped with cream cheese or nut butter, this recipe is sure to please everyone at your table. Plus, it’s simple enough for novice bakers to master! With just a few key ingredients and straightforward steps, you can create this crowd-pleaser any time you crave something sweet and comforting.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 10 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 and 1/2 cups mashed ripe banana (about 4 bananas)
  • For the cinnamon sugar swirl: 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 3 tablespoons dark brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F and lightly grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
  2. In a large bowl, mix melted butter with granulated sugar until combined. Add eggs and vanilla extract; stir until smooth.
  3. Mix in flour and baking soda until just combined, then fold in mashed bananas.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together melted butter, granulated sugar, dark brown sugar, and ground cinnamon until thickened.
  5. Layer the batter and cinnamon mixture in the prepared pan, swirling gently between layers.
  6. Bake for 60–70 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Allow cooling in the pan for at least 30 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  • Author: Mia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 70 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice (70g)
  • Calories: 280
  • Sugar: 22g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 39g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg