Description
This Easy Classic Cinnamon Swirl Banana Bread is a moist and flavorful treat featuring ripe bananas with a delicious cinnamon sugar swirl baked into a tender loaf. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an anytime snack, this recipe combines simple pantry staples with a touch of warm cinnamon spice for an irresistibly comforting baked good.
Ingredients
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Banana Bread Batter
- 2–3 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1/3 cup melted butter
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- Pinch of salt
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
Cinnamon Swirl
- 1/3 cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Set oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Prepare Cinnamon Swirl Mixture: In a small bowl, combine 1/3 cup sugar and 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon. Set aside for swirling later.
- Make Banana Batter: In a mixing bowl, mash 2–3 ripe bananas with a fork until smooth. Stir in melted butter thoroughly. Add salt and baking soda, mixing in well. Stir in sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract until combined. Slowly fold in flour just until incorporated; avoid overmixing to keep batter tender.
- Layer Batter and Cinnamon Swirl: Pour half of the banana bread batter into the prepared loaf pan. Sprinkle half of the cinnamon sugar mixture evenly over the batter. Add remaining batter on top, then sprinkle the rest of the cinnamon sugar mixture evenly over it. Using a knife or skewer, gently swirl the cinnamon sugar through the batter to create a marbled effect.
- Bake the Bread: Place the loaf pan in the preheated oven and bake for 50 to 60 minutes. Test doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center; it should come out clean or with just a few moist crumbs.
- Cool Before Serving: Let the bread cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer it onto a wire rack to cool completely. Slice and serve as a delicious breakfast, brunch, or snack option.
Notes
- You can adjust the amount of cinnamon sugar mixture to suit your taste preference.
- Optional additions like 1/2 cup chopped nuts (walnuts, pecans) or chocolate chips can be folded into the batter before layering in the pan.
- Frozen bananas can be used; thaw completely and adjust flour if batter becomes too wet.
- Butter can be substituted with equal parts vegetable or melted coconut oil for a different flavor and texture.
- Store leftover banana bread in an airtight container at room temperature for 2-3 days, in the fridge for up to one week, or freeze for 2-3 months.
- For gluten-free version, use a gluten-free all-purpose flour blend and check other ingredients for gluten content.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Baking
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: banana bread, cinnamon swirl, easy banana bread, homemade banana bread, cinnamon sugar, baked banana bread, classic banana bread
