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Cinnamon Swirl Banana Bread

Cinnamon Swirl Banana Bread: Moist, Fluffy Perfection at Home

Cinnamon Swirl Banana Bread is a delightful quick bread that marries sweet bananas with a luscious cinnamon-sugar ribbon.
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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: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Loaf
  • 3 medium Ripe Bananas Use overripe bananas with brown spots for the best sweetness and moisture.
  • 1/3 cup Melted Butter This enriches the batter and helps to keep the loaf moist.
  • 1 cup Sugar Standard granulated sugar; feel free to swap with coconut sugar or honey.
  • 1 large Beaten Egg Adds essential binding and structure for a fluffy loaf.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract A splash enhances the overall flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Creates a light and airy texture.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt Balances the sweetness.
  • 1 1/2 cups All-Purpose Flour Can be substituted with a gluten-free blend.
For the Swirl
  • 1 tablespoon Cinnamon The warm spice that creates the signature swirl.
  • 1/4 cup Swirl Sugar Combined with cinnamon for a deliciously sweet ribbon.

Equipment

  • Loaf Pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Fork or potato masher
  • Spatula or wooden spoon

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 4x8 inch loaf pan.
  2. In a bowl, combine melted butter with ripe bananas until smooth.
  3. Stir in sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract until well-combined.
  4. Sprinkle baking soda and salt over the mixture, then gently fold in flour.
  5. Mix sugar and cinnamon for the swirl in a separate bowl.
  6. Pour half of the batter into the greased loaf pan.
  7. Sprinkle three-quarters of the cinnamon-sugar mixture over the batter.
  8. Pour the remaining batter over the cinnamon sugar layer.
  9. Gently swirl through the batter to blend with the cinnamon-sugar layer.
  10. Sprinkle the remaining cinnamon-sugar mixture evenly over the top.
  11. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  12. Cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Use overripe bananas for the best sweetness. Avoid overmixing the batter for a tender texture.

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