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Cinnamon Swirled Banana Bread

Indulgent Cinnamon Swirled Banana Bread to Savor Today

Enjoy this Cinnamon Swirled Banana Bread, a soft and moist delight with rich cinnamon sugar swirls and overripe bananas.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 55 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Adds moisture and richness; substitute with margarine if dairy-free.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Sweetens the bread; light brown sugar can enhance flavor.
  • ½ cup Dark Brown Sugar Offers extra sweetness; substitute with light brown if needed.
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Provides structure; replace with gluten-free blend for a gluten-free option.
  • 1.5 cups Mashed Ripe Bananas Essential for moisture and natural sweetness; use thawed frozen bananas.
  • 2 whole Eggs Help bind the ingredients; flax eggs are a vegan alternative.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Contributes depth of flavor; almond extract is a tasty swap.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Acts as a leavening agent for light texture.
For the Cinnamon Swirl
  • ¼ cup Melted Butter Used to create the swirl; blends easily into the batter.
  • ¼ cup Granulated Sugar Sweetens and enhances swirl flavor.
  • ¼ cup Dark Brown Sugar Adds rich taste; optional for a lighter swirl.
  • 1 tablespoon Ground Cinnamon Infuses warmth and spice into this treat.

Equipment

  • 9x5 inch loaf pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Hand mixer or whisk
  • Sifter

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line a 9x5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, melt the unsalted butter and add granulated and dark brown sugar. Beat until creamy, about 2-3 minutes. Incorporate the eggs one at a time, then mix in the vanilla.
  3. Gradually sift in the flour and baking soda, folding gently until combined.
  4. Fold in the mashed ripe bananas until just combined.
  5. In a separate bowl, mix the melted butter, granulated sugar, dark brown sugar, and ground cinnamon until thick.
  6. In the loaf pan, pour a quarter of the batter, add dollops of cinnamon swirl, and layer two more times, finishing with batter and swirl.
  7. Optionally place banana slices on top for presentation.
  8. Bake for 60-70 minutes until the top is golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
  9. Let cool in the pan for 30 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, refrigerate for up to 1 week, or freeze for up to 3 months.

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