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Cinnamon Swirl Banana Bread Recipe

Cinnamon Swirl Banana Bread Recipe
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This Cinnamon Swirl Banana Bread combines moist, ripe bananas with a sweet cinnamon brown sugar swirl for a decadent and flavorful twist on classic banana bread. Perfect for breakfast or an afternoon snack, this recipe yields a tender, aromatic loaf that’s easy to make and irresistible to eat.

Ingredients

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Wet Ingredients

  • 3 ripe bananas, mashed
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Dry Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prep: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan well and set it aside to prepare your batter.
  2. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the mashed bananas, melted butter, granulated sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract. Stir thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated.
  3. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt to ensure even distribution before adding to the wet mix.
  4. Mix Batter: Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture. Stir gently just until combined to avoid overmixing, which can lead to a dense bread.
  5. Create Cinnamon Swirl: In a small bowl, mix together the ground cinnamon and brown sugar to form the cinnamon swirl mixture.
  6. Layer Batter and Swirl: Pour half of the banana bread batter into the prepared loaf pan. Sprinkle half of the cinnamon mixture evenly over the batter. Add the remaining batter on top, followed by the remaining cinnamon mixture. Using a knife or skewer, gently swirl the cinnamon mixture into the batter creating a marbled effect.
  7. Bake: Place the loaf pan in the preheated oven and bake for 60-70 minutes. Check for doneness by inserting a toothpick in the center; it should come out clean. If the bread browns too quickly, tent with foil to prevent burning.
  8. Cool and Serve: Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and enjoying.

Notes

  • Use very ripe bananas for the best natural sweetness and moisture.
  • Do not overmix the batter to keep the bread light and tender.
  • If you prefer a stronger cinnamon flavor, increase the cinnamon in the swirl mixture to 3 teaspoons.
  • Store leftover bread wrapped tightly at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.
  • Check your banana bread early from 60 minutes onwards to avoid overbaking, as oven temperatures can vary.

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Keywords: banana bread, cinnamon swirl, quick bread, banana dessert, breakfast bread, homemade banana bread

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