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Cinnamon Swirl Banana Bread

Cinnamon Swirl Banana Bread That Will Brighten Your Day

Cinnamon Swirl Banana Bread transforms overripe bananas into a fluffy and moist treat. Perfect for breakfast or snacks.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 3 medium ripe bananas very ripe with brown spots
  • 1/2 cup melted butter
  • 1 cup sugar can substitute with coconut sugar or honey
  • 1 large egg beaten
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract adjust to preference
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour can substitute with gluten-free blend
For the Cinnamon Swirl
  • 1 tablespoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 cup sugar for swirl topping

Equipment

  • 4x8 inch loaf pan
  • mixing bowl
  • spatula
  • knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 4x8 inch loaf pan.
  2. Mash three ripe bananas until smooth. Stir in melted butter until well-blended.
  3. Add sugar and a beaten egg to the banana mixture along with vanilla extract. Mix until just combined.
  4. Fold in baking soda and pinch of salt, then gently mix in flour until no dry flour remains.
  5. Mix cinnamon and sugar together in a small bowl for the swirl topping.
  6. Pour half of the batter into the loaf pan and smooth it out.
  7. Sprinkle three-quarters of the cinnamon-sugar mixture over the first layer of batter.
  8. Pour the remaining batter on top and gently spread it out.
  9. Using a knife, gently swirl through the layers of batter to create a marbled effect.
  10. Sprinkle the remaining cinnamon-sugar mixture over the top of the batter.
  11. Bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  12. Remove from oven and cool in the pan for 15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.6mg

Notes

Use overripe bananas with brown spots for maximum sweetness. Avoid overmixing for a lighter texture.

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