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Cinnamon Swirl Banana Bread slice on a plate with a cinnamon sprinkle

Cinnamon Swirl Banana Bread

This classic Cinnamon Swirl Banana Bread combines ripe bananas, warm vanilla, and a cinnamon-sugar ribbon, creating a comforting loaf perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the bread
  • 3 pieces ripe bananas, mashed Use heavily speckled or mostly brown bananas for the sweetest mash.
  • ⅓ cup melted butter Unsalted butter melted and slightly cooled.
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar Regular white sugar, reduce slightly for less sweetness.
  • 1 large egg, beaten Use room temperature for easier blending.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Use pure vanilla for the best flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda Ensure accurate measurement for the loaf's lift.
  • 1 pinch salt Enhances flavor; adjust if using salted butter.
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour Spoon and level for accuracy.
For the Cinnamon Swirl
  • ⅓ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon Create the aromatic ribbon.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 4x8 inch loaf pan.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine melted butter and mashed bananas until smooth.
  3. Stir in sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla until well blended.
  4. Sprinkle in baking soda and salt, then fold in flour until just combined.
  5. In a separate bowl, combine cinnamon and sugar for the swirl.
Assembly
  1. Pour half of the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
  2. Sprinkle three-quarters of the cinnamon-sugar mixture over the batter.
  3. Carefully pour the remaining batter over the cinnamon-sugar layer.
  4. Use a butter knife to gently swirl through all layers.
  5. Sprinkle the remaining cinnamon-sugar mixture on top.
Baking
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  2. Cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.

Notes

Serve warm with butter or cream cheese. Enjoy with coffee or a fruit salad. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.