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Cinnamon Swirl Banana Bread

A deliciously moist banana bread with a delightful cinnamon swirl that adds a sweet twist to the classic recipe.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 190
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 3 large Ripe bananas The darker and spottier, the better.
  • 1.5 cups All-purpose flour Provides structure.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking soda For soft, fluffy rise.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking powder For additional rise.
  • 0.5 cups Butter Adds rich flavor; can substitute with oil.
  • 0.75 cups Brown sugar Adds deep sweetness.
  • 2 large Eggs To bind the ingredients.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract Enhances flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Cinnamon For the swirl.
  • 0.5 cups White sugar For the swirl.
  • 1 pinch Salt Balances flavors.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Smush bananas in a bowl until smooth.
  2. In a separate bowl, cream together butter and brown sugar.
  3. Add eggs and vanilla to the butter-sugar mixture, then mix in the bananas.
  4. Add the dry ingredients: flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Fold gently; do not overmix.
Swirling & Baking
  1. Pour half of the batter into a greased loaf pan.
  2. Sprinkle a generous amount of the cinnamon-sugar mixture over the batter.
  3. Pour the remaining batter on top and repeat the cinnamon-sugar addition.
  4. Use a knife to swirl through the batter for a marbled effect.
  5. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 50 minutes or until a toothpick comes out mostly clean.
  6. Cool until warm and serve.

Notes

Wrap leftovers tightly to maintain freshness for up to three days on the counter, or refrigerate for up to a week. Also, banana bread freezes well for up to two months.