Cinnamon Swirl Banana Bread
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Cinnamon Swirl Banana Bread
Description
This banana bread recipe uses ripe bananas mashed with butter and brown sugar to form a rich, sweet base. Greek yogurt adds moisture and slight tang. The dry ingredients include flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt to provide structure and flavor. The cinnamon swirl layer, made from a cinnamon-sugar mixture, is incorporated in the middle of the loaf, creating a distinct marbled pattern that highlights the spice throughout.
The loaf is baked in a parchment-lined pan and tested for doneness with a cake tester. Once cooled slightly, an optional glaze made from powdered sugar, cinnamon, salt, milk, and vanilla can be poured over the top to add sweetness and a touch of spice. This banana bread keeps well stored in airtight containers and freezes effectively for up to 3 months, making it a practical treat to prepare ahead.
Serving as a sweet breakfast or snack, the bread showcases the natural banana flavor complemented by the warmth of cinnamon, providing a comforting and satisfying texture and taste.
Ingredients
- 3 banana ripe
- 1 cup light brown sugar packed
- ½ cup (1 stick) butter cooled slightly, melted
- ½ cup Greek yogurt
- 2 large egg at room temperature
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon salt
For the Cinnamon Swirl Layer:
- 2 tablespoons light brown sugar packed
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons cinnamon
For the Glaze:
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- pinch cinnamon
- pinch salt
- 1 ½ tablespoons milk
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350˚F and line a 9 by 5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper, leaving excess on the two longer sides so you can easily remove the banana bread once baked.
- To a large bowl, add bananas, brown sugar, and melted butter. Using a potato masher or fork, mash the bananas until almost completely smooth.
- Add Greek yogurt, eggs, and vanilla and whisk until smooth. Add flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt and fold with a rubber spatula until no streaks of flour remain. In a separate medium bowl, combine the cinnamon swirl ingredients.
- Scrape half of the batter into the prepared pan and top with the cinnamon swirl mixture. Add remaining batter on top, then use a butter knife or cake tester to swirl the batter, creating a marble effect. After swirling the batter, smooth the top of the loaf into an even surface. Bake for 55 to 60 minutes, or until a cake tester inserted in the center of the loaf comes out clean.
- Let cool for at least 20 minutes, then remove from pan and cool completely on a wire rack.
- While the cake cools, make the glaze. Sift the powdered sugar, cinnamon, and salt into a small mixing bowl. Add the milk or cream and vanilla and whisk until smooth. The consistency should be similar to corn syrup or a runny honey.
- Once the cake is cool, remove from the pan and place on a plate or cutting board. Drizzle with glaze and let sit for about 15 minutes before slicing.
Notes
- Use nonstick cooking spray as needed to prevent sticking in the pan.
- Store the banana bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to five days or refrigerate for up to a week.
- Freeze wrapped banana bread or individual slices in plastic wrap and a freezer bag for up to three months; thaw at room temperature for approximately three hours before serving.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 12servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 300 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1slice | |
| Calories | 300kcal | 15% |
| Carbohydrates | 51g | 17% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 9g | 14% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Trans Fat | 0.3g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 53mg | 18% |
| Sodium | 225mg | 9% |
| Potassium | 188mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 31g | 62% |
| Vitamin A | 315IU | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 3mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 45mg | 5% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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