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Cinnamon Swirl Banana Bread Recipe

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This Cinnamon Swirl Banana Bread is a moist, flavorful loaf that combines ripe bananas with a sweet cinnamon and brown sugar swirl. Perfect for breakfast or a snack, this homemade treat offers a delightful blend of warmth and sweetness with a soft, tender crumb.

Ingredients

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Banana Bread Batter

  • 3 ripe bananas, mashed
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Cinnamon Swirl

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

Instructions

  1. Preheat and prepare pan: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan with butter or non-stick spray and set aside.
  2. Mix wet ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the mashed bananas, melted butter, granulated sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract. Stir well until the mixture is smooth and fully incorporated.
  3. Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt to ensure even distribution.
  4. Mix batter: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet banana mixture, gently 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.
  6. Layer batter and cinnamon: Pour half of the banana bread batter evenly into the prepared loaf pan. Sprinkle half of the cinnamon mixture over the batter. Then, pour the remaining batter on top and sprinkle the rest of the cinnamon mixture.
  7. Create swirl effect: Using a knife or skewer, gently swirl the cinnamon mixture through the batter to create a marbled pattern without overmixing.
  8. Bake: Place the loaf pan in the preheated oven and bake for 60-70 minutes. Check doneness by inserting a toothpick in the center; it should come out clean. If the top browns too quickly, tent with foil to prevent burning.
  9. Cool: Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then transfer the loaf to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • Use very ripe bananas for the best flavor and natural sweetness.
  • Do not overmix the batter to keep the bread moist and tender.
  • If the bread is browning too fast, cover loosely with aluminum foil during baking.
  • Store leftover banana bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.

Keywords: banana bread, cinnamon swirl, homemade bread, breakfast recipe, sweet bread, quick bread

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