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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, flavorful treat combining ripe bananas with a warm cinnamon-brown sugar swirl for a beautiful marbled effect. Perfect for breakfast or a cozy snack, this recipe yields a tender, comforting loaf that balances sweetness and spice effortlessly.

Ingredients

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Wet Ingredients

  • 3 ripe bananas, mashed
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Dry Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Cinnamon Swirl Mixture

  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan thoroughly and set it aside to ensure the bread doesn’t stick.
  2. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the mashed ripe bananas, melted unsalted butter, granulated sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract. Stir until the mixture is uniform and well blended.
  3. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt to ensure even distribution of the leavening agent and seasoning.
  4. Mix Batter: Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring just until combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the bread tender.
  5. Prepare Cinnamon Swirl: In a small bowl, mix the ground cinnamon and brown sugar thoroughly to create the cinnamon swirl mixture that adds a sweet spice contrast.
  6. Layer Batter and Swirl: Pour half of the banana bread batter into the prepared loaf pan. Evenly sprinkle half of the cinnamon sugar mixture over this batter layer. Pour the remaining batter on top and sprinkle the leftover cinnamon mixture evenly again.
  7. Create Marbled Effect: Using a knife or skewer, gently swirl through the batter to create a marbled cinnamon effect without overmixing.
  8. Bake: Place the loaf pan in the oven and bake for 60-70 minutes. Check doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center; it should come out clean. If the bread browns too quickly, tent it loosely with foil.
  9. Cool: Once baked, allow the banana bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing to avoid crumbling.

Notes

  • Use very ripe bananas for maximum sweetness and moisture.
  • Do not overmix the batter to prevent toughness.
  • If you prefer a stronger cinnamon flavor, you can increase the cinnamon to 1 tablespoon.
  • The loaf can be stored at room temperature wrapped tightly for up to 3 days or refrigerated for up to a week.
  • Feel free to add chopped nuts or chocolate chips for added texture and flavor.

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