Cinnamon Roll Banana Bread Recipe

Introduction

This Cinnamon Roll Banana Bread combines the best of two favorites into one delicious treat. Moist banana bread swirled with a cinnamon sugar filling and topped with vegan cream cheese frosting makes for a perfect breakfast or snack.

Ingredients

• 3 overripe mashed bananas
• 4 tbsp melted vegan butter (plus 4 tbsp for cinnamon swirl, plus 2 tbsp for frosting)
• 3/4 cup maple syrup
• 1 cup unsweetened almond or oat milk
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1 tsp cinnamon (plus 2 tbsp for cinnamon swirl)
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1 1/2 cup regular or gluten free all purpose flour
• 1 cup old fashioned rolled oats
• 1/3 cup light brown sugar
• 3/4 cup powdered sugar
• 2 oz softened vegan cream cheese

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a metal loaf pan with non-stick spray.
2. Step 2: In a large mixing bowl, mash the overripe bananas with a fork. Add 4 tablespoons melted vegan butter, maple syrup, plant-based milk, vanilla extract, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Stir to combine.
3. Step 3: Add the flour and oats to the wet ingredients and mix until a batter forms.
4. Step 4: Pour the batter into the greased loaf pan. In a small bowl, mix 4 tablespoons melted vegan butter, brown sugar, and 2 tablespoons cinnamon to create the cinnamon swirl. Drizzle this mixture over the top of the batter and gently fold it in with a spoon to create a swirl effect.
5. Step 5: Bake for 55-60 minutes or until the bread is golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
6. Step 6: While the bread is baking, whisk together 2 tablespoons melted vegan butter, powdered sugar, and softened vegan cream cheese to make the frosting.
7. Step 7: Once the bread has cooled for a few minutes, drizzle the vegan cream cheese frosting over the top. Serve warm and enjoy!

Tips & Variations

• For extra texture, sprinkle chopped walnuts or pecans into the batter before baking.
• You can substitute maple syrup with agave nectar or coconut sugar for a different sweetness profile.
• Use gluten-free flour and oats to make this recipe gluten-free.
• If you prefer a stronger cinnamon flavor, increase the cinnamon in the swirl mixture by one tablespoon.

Storage

Store leftover banana bread covered tightly at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for up to a week. Reheat slices gently in the microwave or oven before serving. The frosting may soften when refrigerated, so allow the bread to come to room temperature for best texture.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use regular butter instead of vegan butter?

Yes, you can use regular butter if you’re not avoiding dairy. It will give the bread a rich flavor but keep note this will no longer be vegan.

How ripe should my bananas be?

The bananas should be very ripe with lots of brown spots or fully brown skin. The riper they are, the sweeter and more flavorful your banana bread will be.

Cinnamon Roll Banana Bread Recipe

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This Cinnamon Roll Banana Bread is a delightful vegan treat that combines the moistness of ripe bananas with the warm, comforting flavors of cinnamon and a creamy vegan cream cheese frosting. Perfect for breakfast or an indulgent snack, this recipe uses plant-based ingredients and offers a luscious swirl of cinnamon-sugar throughout the bread, topped with a sweet, tangy frosting.

• Author: Isabella
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 55 minutes
• Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
• Yield: 1 loaf (approximately 8-10 slices) 1x
• Category: Breakfast
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American
• Diet: Vegan

Ingredients

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Batter

• 3 overripe mashed bananas
• 4 tbsp melted vegan butter
• 3/4 cup maple syrup
• 1 cup unsweetened almond or oat milk
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1 1/2 cup regular or gluten free all purpose flour
• 1 cup old fashioned rolled oats

Cinnamon Swirl

• 4 tbsp melted vegan butter
• 1/3 cup light brown sugar
• 2 tbsp cinnamon

Vegan Cream Cheese Frosting

• 3/4 cup powdered sugar
• 2 tbsp melted vegan butter
• 2 oz softened vegan cream cheese

Instructions

1. Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a metal loaf pan with non-stick spray to ensure the banana bread doesn’t stick during baking.
2. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, mash the overripe bananas thoroughly with a fork. Add the melted vegan butter, maple syrup, plant-based milk (almond or oat), vanilla extract, and mix well until combined.
3. Add Dry Ingredients: To the wet mixture, add cinnamon, baking powder, baking soda, salt, all-purpose flour (regular or gluten-free), and old fashioned rolled oats. Stir gently until a smooth batter forms without overmixing.
4. Prepare Cinnamon Swirl: In a small separate bowl, combine melted vegan butter, light brown sugar, and cinnamon, mixing well to create a cinnamon swirl mixture.
5. Assemble Batter in Pan: Pour the banana bread batter into the prepared loaf pan. Drizzle the cinnamon swirl mixture evenly over the top. Use a spoon to gently fold and swirl it into the batter to create a marbled effect.
6. Bake the Bread: Place the loaf pan in the preheated oven and bake for 55 to 60 minutes, or until the banana bread is golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
7. Make Frosting: While the bread bakes, whisk together melted vegan butter, powdered sugar, and softened vegan cream cheese in a bowl until smooth and creamy.
8. Frost and Serve: Once the banana bread is done, let it cool for a couple of minutes in the pan. Then drizzle the vegan cream cheese frosting evenly over the warm loaf. Slice and enjoy the bread while still warm for the best flavor and texture.

Notes

• You can substitute maple syrup with agave nectar or other liquid sweeteners if preferred.
• Use gluten-free all-purpose flour to make this recipe gluten-free.
• For the best vegan cream cheese, ensure it is softened to blend smoothly into the frosting.
• If you do not have rolled oats, quick oats can be used as a substitute, but the texture will be slightly different.
• Allow the bread to cool slightly before frosting to prevent the frosting from melting excessively.

Keywords: banana bread, cinnamon roll, vegan banana bread, vegan dessert, plant-based, breakfast bread, cinnamon swirl