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Cinnamon Swirled Banana Bread Recipe

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  • Author: Lucy
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 70 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
  • Yield: 10 servings
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A rich and moist Cinnamon Swirled Banana Bread featuring ripe bananas and a luscious cinnamon sugar swirl, baked to golden perfection and garnished with banana slices. Perfect for breakfast or a delightful snack.


Ingredients

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Batter:

  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 and 1/2 cups mashed ripe banana (about 4 bananas)

Cinnamon Sugar Swirl:

  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 3 tablespoons dark brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
  • 6 thin slices of ripe banana, for garnishing

Instructions

  1. Preheat and prepare pan: Preheat oven to 350°F. Lightly grease and flour a 9×5-inch loaf pan and set aside.
  2. Make the batter: In a large bowl, melt the butter and let it cool slightly. Whisk in the granulated sugar, then add the eggs and vanilla extract. Stir in the flour and baking soda until just combined. Fold in the mashed bananas carefully.
  3. Prepare cinnamon sugar swirl: In a small bowl, mix together melted butter, granulated sugar, dark brown sugar, and ground cinnamon with a fork until thick and combined. If too thick, add 1 tablespoon more melted butter to thin slightly.
  4. Layer batter and cinnamon swirl: Spread 1/4 of the batter evenly into the prepared pan. Dollop 1/4 of the cinnamon sugar mixture over the batter and swirl with a knife or wooden spoon handle.
  5. Add second layer: Spread 1/3 of the remaining batter over the first layer and swirl with 1/3 of the remaining cinnamon sugar mixture.
  6. Add third layer: Spread 1/2 of the remaining batter over the second layer and swirl with half of the remaining cinnamon sugar mixture.
  7. Add final layer and topping: Spread the remaining batter evenly over the top and dollop with remaining cinnamon sugar mixture, swirling generously throughout. Place six thin banana slices down the middle of the batter.
  8. Bake the bread: Place the loaf pan on a baking sheet on the middle rack and bake for 70 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean. If the top browns too soon, cover loaf loosely with foil and continue baking until done.
  9. Cool the bread: Let the bread cool in the pan for at least 30 minutes before removing and transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • If swirl is too thin, it will spread and not hold the pattern; adjust butter to get swirl consistency right.
  • You can substitute brown sugar with light brown sugar if unavailable.
  • Use very ripe bananas for best moisture and flavor.
  • Letting the bread cool fully improves texture and ease of slicing.
  • For a dairy-free version, substitute butter with vegan margarine.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 1/10 loaf)
  • Calories: 310 kcal
  • Sugar: 21 g
  • Sodium: 180 mg
  • Fat: 14 g
  • Saturated Fat: 8 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 42 g
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Protein: 4 g
  • Cholesterol: 55 mg