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Cinnamon Swirl Banana Bread Recipe

Cinnamon Swirl Banana Bread Recipe
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This Cinnamon Swirl Banana Bread is a moist and flavorful twist on the classic banana bread. Featuring ripe bananas, warm cinnamon spices swirled through the batter, and an optional cinnamon sugar topping, this recipe offers a comforting and delicious treat perfect for breakfast or snack time.

Ingredients

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Banana Bread Batter

  • 2 large ripe bananas, mashed (about 1 cup)
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • ¼ cup brown sugar
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, melted (or coconut oil for a dairy-free option)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon cinnamon
  • ¼ cup milk (or almond milk for dairy-free)

Cinnamon Swirl

  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 ½ teaspoons cinnamon

Optional Topping

  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • ½ teaspoon cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Preheat & Prepare the Loaf Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
  2. Mash the Bananas & Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until smooth. Stir in the granulated sugar, brown sugar, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix until combined.
  3. Add the Dry Ingredients: Add the flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon to the banana mixture. Pour in the milk and stir gently until the batter is smooth—do not overmix!
  4. Make the Cinnamon Swirl: In a small bowl, mix ¼ cup sugar and 1 ½ teaspoons cinnamon.
  5. Layer the Batter & Cinnamon Swirl: Pour half of the banana batter into the prepared loaf pan. Sprinkle half of the cinnamon sugar mixture evenly over the batter. Pour the remaining banana batter on top, then sprinkle the rest of the cinnamon sugar over it. Use a butter knife or toothpick to gently swirl the cinnamon into the batter, creating a marbled effect.
  6. Add the Topping (Optional): For extra cinnamon flavor, mix 1 tablespoon brown sugar with ½ teaspoon cinnamon and sprinkle it over the top before baking.
  7. Bake the Banana Bread: Bake for 50-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. If the top browns too quickly, loosely cover the loaf with foil after 30 minutes.
  8. Cool & Serve: Let the banana bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. Slice and enjoy warm or at room temperature!

Notes

  • Use very ripe bananas with brown spots for maximum sweetness and flavor.
  • Do not overmix the batter to keep the bread tender and moist.
  • For a dairy-free version, substitute melted butter with coconut oil and milk with almond milk.
  • If you prefer a stronger cinnamon flavor, feel free to increase the cinnamon in the swirl slightly.
  • Store leftover banana bread in an airtight container for up to 3 days at room temperature or freeze for longer storage.

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Keywords: banana bread, cinnamon swirl, cinnamon banana bread, easy banana bread, quick bread, breakfast bread

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