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Blueberry Cinnamon Swirl Banana Bread

Blueberry Cinnamon Swirl Banana Bread for Cozy Mornings

This Blueberry Cinnamon Swirl Banana Bread combines ripe bananas and fresh blueberries for a heartwarming breakfast treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bread
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Can substitute with a gluten-free flour blend.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
  • 3 medium Ripe Bananas The riper, the better for flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar Can reduce if bananas are especially ripe.
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar
  • 2 large Large Eggs Essential for texture.
  • 1/2 cup Neutral Oil Vegetable/Coconut/Canola; use melted butter for more flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 1 cup Fresh or Frozen Blueberries Do not thaw if using frozen to avoid mushiness.
For the Cinnamon Swirl
  • 1/4 cup Brown Sugar Adjustable based on sweetness preference.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
Optional Toppings
  • 2 tablespoons Raw Sugar Creates a crunchy top.
  • 1/4 cup Rolled Oats Adds texture.
  • 1/2 cup Additional Blueberries
  • Sprinkle of Cinnamon

Equipment

  • 9x5-inch loaf pan
  • mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • knife
  • wire rack

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9x5-inch loaf pan by greasing it lightly.
  2. Whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon in a medium bowl until well combined.
  3. Mash the ripe bananas in a large bowl and mix in granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  4. Combine the dry ingredients into the wet mixture gradually. Mix just until combined, then gently fold in the blueberries.
  5. Prepare the cinnamon swirl mixture by mixing brown sugar and ground cinnamon in a small bowl.
  6. Layer half of the banana batter into the loaf pan, sprinkle half of the cinnamon mixture on top, then add the remaining batter topped with the rest of the swirl mixture. Use a knife to swirl gently.
  7. Bake for 55-65 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Tent with foil if the top browns too quickly.
  8. Cool the bread in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Optional Topping
  1. Add a sprinkle of raw sugar on top before baking for a crunchy texture!

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 220mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Choose ripe bananas for the sweetest and moistest bread. Avoid overmixing to prevent tough bread, and toss blueberries in a bit of flour to keep them suspended.

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