Go Back
–+ servings
Cinnamon Crumb Banana Bread

Irresistible Cinnamon Crumb Banana Bread That'll Warm Your Heart

This easy Cinnamon Crumb Banana Bread transforms overripe bananas into a soft, moisture-rich loaf with a crunchy topping, perfect for breakfast or dessert.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bread
  • 3 medium Ripe Bananas Use very ripe bananas for maximum flavor and natural sweetness.
  • 1/3 cup Melted Butter Adds rich flavor and keeps the bread tender; substitute with coconut oil for a dairy-free option.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Fresh baking soda is essential as it helps the bread rise beautifully.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Just a pinch enhances the overall flavor, balancing the sweetness.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Sweetens the loaf and helps achieve the right texture.
  • 1 large Beaten Egg Can be replaced with 1/4 cup of unsweetened applesauce for a vegan twist.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Adds depth and warmth to the bread's flavor profile.
  • 1 1/2 cups All-Purpose Flour The backbone of the bread's structure; swap for gluten-free flour if needed.
For the Crumb Topping
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar Essential for that caramel flavor in the crunchy topping.
  • 1/2 cup All-Purpose Flour Works with the sugar to create a delightful crumbly texture.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Infuses the whole loaf with a cozy, aromatic spice.
  • 1/4 cup Cold Butter Cubed, to create the perfect crumbly topping texture.

Equipment

  • 9x5 inch loaf pan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • whisk
  • pastry cutter

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
  2. Mash ripe bananas in a mixing bowl until smooth, then set aside.
  3. In the same bowl, combine mashed bananas, melted butter, sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla until smooth.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk baking soda, salt, and flour, then gradually mix into the wet ingredients.
  5. Prepare the crumb topping by mixing brown sugar, flour, cinnamon, and cutting in cold butter until crumbly.
  6. Pour banana bread batter into the loaf pan and sprinkle the crumb topping evenly over it.
  7. Bake for 50 to 60 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Allow the bread to cool for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3.5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 180mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 0.9mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to four days. Wrap tightly and freeze for up to three months.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!