Cinnamon Swirl Banana Bread
If you’re in search of the perfect way to use up those overripe bananas sitting on your kitchen counter, look no further. Our Cinnamon Swirl Banana Bread recipe is the ideal solution to transform those spotty bananas into a delicious and moist treat that your entire family will love. The warm aroma of cinnamon filling your kitchen as it bakes is simply irresistible.
Ingredients
- 2-3 ripe bananas
- 1/3 cup melted butter
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- A pinch of salt
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- For the Cinnamon Swirl:
- 1/3 cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Mash the ripe bananas in a mixing bowl.
- Stir the melted butter into the mashed bananas.
- Add the baking soda and a pinch of salt, mix well.
- Stir in the sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the flour and mix until just incorporated.
- In a separate bowl, combine the sugar and ground cinnamon for the swirl.
- Pour half of the banana bread batter into a greased loaf pan.
- Sprinkle half of the cinnamon-sugar mixture over the batter.
- Pour the remaining batter on top and sprinkle the rest of the cinnamon-sugar mixture.
- Swirl the cinnamon-sugar into the batter using a knife.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool in the pan for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Prep time: 15 minutes
Yield: 1 loaf
Enjoy a slice of our Cinnamon Swirl Banana Bread with a cup of coffee for the perfect start to your day or as a delightful snack anytime. The swirl of cinnamon and sugar creates a wonderful contrast to the sweetness of the bananas, making it a crowd-pleaser.
Nutrition information: Calories: 180kcal | Carbohydrates: 33g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 27mg | Sodium: 178mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 19g
Make this Cinnamon Swirl Banana Bread today, and watch as your family devours it with smiles on their faces. It’s a delightful treat that captures the essence of comfort and home-baked goodness. With its perfect blend of bananas and cinnamon, this recipe is a hit every time.