Description
Cinnamon Swirl Banana Bread is a warm, comforting treat perfect for any occasion. This moist and flavorful loaf combines the sweetness of ripe bananas with the aromatic spice of cinnamon, creating a deliciously swirled masterpiece. Ideal for breakfast, brunch, or as a sweet snack, this recipe brings joy to every bite. Whether enjoyed fresh out of the oven or toasted with butter, it’s a delightful way to use overripe bananas while filling your home with irresistible aromas.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 ripe bananas (medium)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
- In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth, leaving some chunks for texture.
- Stir in melted butter, then add sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract; mix until blended.
- Gradually sift in flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon; fold gently to combine without overmixing.
- Pour half the batter into the prepared pan, sprinkle half the cinnamon-sugar mixture on top, then layer with the remaining batter and finish with the leftover sugar mixture.
- Bake for 60-65 minutes or until golden brown; a toothpick should come out clean from the center.
- Allow to cool before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 65 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (70g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg