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Best Cinnamon Swirl Banana Bread

Best Cinnamon Swirl Banana Bread Recipe for Cozy Mornings

Indulge in this Best Cinnamon Swirl Banana Bread, a comforting blend of ripe bananas and warm cinnamon perfect for breakfast or dessert.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 230

Ingredients
  

For the Bread
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 0.75 cup granulated sugar or brown sugar
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 2 large eggs room temperature
  • 1 cup mashed ripe bananas darker bananas preferred
  • 0.5 cup plain Greek yogurt or sour cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Cinnamon-Sugar Swirl
  • 0.25 cup cinnamon sugar
For the Vanilla Icing
  • 1 cup confectioners’ sugar
  • 2 tablespoons heavy cream or milk

Equipment

  • 9×5-inch metal loaf pan
  • mixer
  • mixing bowl
  • whisk

Method
 

Directions
  1. Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (177°C) and grease a 9×5-inch metal loaf pan to ensure easy removal later.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking soda, ground cinnamon, and salt.
  3. Cream Butter and Sugars: In a mixer, cream the softened unsalted butter and granulated/brown sugars until smooth.
  4. Incorporate Wet Ingredients: Blend in the eggs, mashed ripe bananas, Greek yogurt, and vanilla extract until well combined.
  5. Combine Dry and Wet Ingredients: Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until just combined.
  6. Prepare Cinnamon Sugar Swirl: In a small bowl, combine cinnamon and granulated sugar for the swirl. Layer half of the batter into the prepared pan, sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture on top, and add the remaining batter.
  7. Create Swirls: Use a knife to gently swirl through the batter, creating a beautiful marbling effect.
  8. Bake the Bread: Place the loaf in the preheated oven and bake for 55–65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  9. Cool the Bread: Allow the bread to cool in the pan for one hour before transferring it to a wire rack.
  10. Prepare the Icing: Mix confectioners’ sugar with heavy cream or milk until you reach your desired icing consistency.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 230kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Optional: Top with nuts or a sprinkle of extra cinnamon for added texture and flavor. Store your bread at room temperature for up to two days or wrap it tightly for up to a week.

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