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Homemade Cinnamon Swirl Banana Bread Recipe

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This Homemade Cinnamon Swirl Banana Bread combines the natural sweetness of ripe bananas with a fragrant cinnamon sugar swirl for a deliciously moist and flavorful loaf. Perfect for breakfast, snack, or dessert, this recipe blends simple ingredients with an easy-to-follow method to create a comforting classic that everyone will love.

Ingredients

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Banana Bread Batter

  • 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 tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 cup sugar

Instructions

  1. Prepare Oven and Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan to prevent sticking during baking.
  2. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas thoroughly. Stir in the melted butter, then mix in the baking soda and a pinch of salt to help leaven and balance flavors. Add sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract, stirring until the mixture is well combined.
  3. Add Flour: Gently fold the all-purpose flour into the wet ingredients until just combined. Be careful not to overmix to keep the bread tender and moist.
  4. Prepare Cinnamon Sugar Swirl: In a small bowl, combine the ground cinnamon with sugar to create the cinnamon sugar mixture that will add a sweet and spicy ribbon throughout the bread.
  5. Layer the Batter and Cinnamon Sugar: Pour half of the banana bread batter into the prepared loaf pan. Sprinkle half of the cinnamon sugar mixture evenly over the batter. Pour the remaining batter on top and sprinkle the rest of the cinnamon sugar on the surface. Using a knife, gently swirl the cinnamon sugar through the batter to create the signature swirl effect.
  6. Bake: Place the loaf pan in the preheated oven and bake for about 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean indicating the bread is fully cooked.
  7. Cool: Allow the bread to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes to firm up, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving. This prevents sogginess and improves texture.

Notes

  • Use very ripe bananas with brown spots for the best flavor and sweetness.
  • Do not overmix the batter to keep the bread light and tender.
  • The cinnamon swirl can be adjusted to your taste by adding more or less cinnamon sugar.
  • Ensure the loaf is fully cooled before slicing to avoid crumbling.
  • Store leftover banana bread tightly wrapped at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.

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