Cinnamon Swirl Banana Bread
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4.9
Cinnamon Swirl Banana Bread
Description
This banana bread merges mashed overripe bananas with melted butter, sugar, egg, and vanilla for a flavorful and moist base. Baking soda leavens the loaf, while all-purpose flour and a pinch of salt complement the profile. The cinnamon swirl mixture of sugar and cinnamon is sprinkled in layers within the batter, creating distinct bands of sweet spice that contrast the banana bread’s mild sweetness. Baking in a buttered and floured loaf pan at 350°F ensures an even rise and a golden crust.
The texture becomes tender and moist from the banana moisture and the gentle folding of ingredients to avoid overmixing. The cinnamon swirl not only adds flavor but visual interest with its layered pattern.
This bread makes a comforting treat served sliced plain or with butter. It works well for a quick breakfast, teatime snack, or light dessert. Its warm cinnamon flavor and natural banana sweetness suit cool weather enjoyment.
Ingredients
Bread
- 3 banana mashed, over-ripe
- 1/3 c. butter melted
- 3/4 c. sugar
- 1 egg beaten
- 1 tsp vanilla
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 1/2 c. all-purpose flour
- 1/4 tsp salt
Swirl
- 1/4 c. sugar
- 1 Tbsp cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Butter and flour a 9 '' x 5'' loaf pan.
- Mix bananas, butter, sugar, egg and vanilla together. Add soda, salt and flour. Gently stir. Do not over mix.
- In a small bowl mix the sugar and cinnamon together.
- Pour 1/2 of batter into pan. Sprinkle half of the cinnamon sugar mixture on top of batter. Add the rest of the banana mixture to the pan. Top with the rest of the cinnamon sugar mixture.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8slices
Amount Per Serving
Calories 397 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1 | |
| Calories | 397kcal | 20% |
| Carbohydrates | 74g | 25% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 9g | 14% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Cholesterol | 41mg | 14% |
| Sodium | 237mg | 10% |
| Potassium | 213mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 35g | 70% |
| Vitamin A | 305IU | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 3.9mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 24mg | 2% |
| Iron | 2.4mg | 13% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
4.9
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