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Cinnamon Swirl Banana Bread

Cinnamon Swirl Banana Bread - Comforting Bliss in Every Bite

Cinnamon Swirl Banana Bread is a delightful twist on a beloved classic, transforming overripe bananas into a moist and fluffy treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 3 medium Ripe Bananas Use bananas with brown spots for sweetness
  • 1/3 cup Melted Butter Adds richness
  • 3/4 cup Sugar Sweetens and creates a golden crust
  • 1 large Egg Binds the ingredients
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Enhances flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Crucial for rise
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt Balances sweetness
  • 1 1/2 cups All-Purpose Flour Essential for structure
For the Cinnamon-Sugar Swirl
  • 1 tablespoon Cinnamon-Sugar Mixture For the signature swirl

Equipment

  • loaf pan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Fork or Whisk

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 4x8 inch loaf pan.
  2. Combine melted butter and mashed ripe bananas in a mixing bowl until smooth.
  3. Stir in sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract until blended.
  4. Sprinkle baking soda and salt over the batter, fold in flour until just combined.
  5. Mix sugar and cinnamon for the swirl in a separate bowl.
  6. Pour half of the batter into the loaf pan, level it out.
  7. Sprinkle three-quarters of the cinnamon-sugar mixture over the batter.
  8. Top with remaining batter, spreading it evenly.
  9. Create a swirl through the batter with a knife.
  10. Sprinkle the remaining cinnamon-sugar mixture on top.
  11. Bake for 50-60 minutes until golden brown; check with a toothpick.
  12. Cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Avoid overmixing for a light and airy texture. Use ripe bananas for natural sweetness. Customize with add-ins like nuts or chocolate chips.

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