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Freshly baked cinnamon swirl banana bread loaf with banana slices on the side

Cinnamon Swirl Banana Bread

A delightful combination of ripe bananas and a buttery cinnamon-sugar swirl makes this banana bread a comforting treat perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 pieces ripe bananas, mashed Use very ripe bananas with brown speckles for the best sweetness and flavor.
  • ⅓ cup melted butter Cooled slightly so it is liquid but not scalding.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda Helps the loaf rise and gives a light structure.
  • a pinch none salt Balances sweetness and enhances the banana flavor.
  • ¾ cup sugar Granulated white sugar adds lift and tenderness.
  • 1 large egg, beaten Binds the batter and adds richness.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract For warm, rounded aroma.
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour Measure accurately by spooning into the cup and leveling.
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon Provides the signature spice of the swirl.
  • ¼ cup brown sugar Packed slightly to form the cinnamon-sugar swirl.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 4x8 inch loaf pan.
  2. In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until smooth. Stir in the melted butter.
  3. Mix in the baking soda and salt. Add the sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract. Mix in the flour and combine until just blended.
  4. In a small bowl, mix together the cinnamon and brown sugar.
Assembly
  1. Pour half of the banana bread batter into the prepared loaf pan. Sprinkle half of the cinnamon-sugar mixture over the batter. Pour the remaining batter on top and sprinkle with the rest of the cinnamon-sugar mixture.
  2. Use a butter knife to gently swirl the batter.
Baking
  1. Bake for 60-65 minutes, or until a tester inserted into the center comes out clean.
  2. Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then remove and cool on a wire rack.

Notes

Store leftovers at room temperature wrapped for up to 2 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days. For longer storage, freeze individual slices wrapped tightly for up to 3 months.