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Cinnamon Swirl Banana Bread

This delicious cinnamon swirl banana bread combines the sweetness of ripe bananas with a warm cinnamon swirl, making it a perfect treat for breakfast, snacks, or dessert.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 3 pieces ripe bananas Use very ripe bananas for the best flavor.
  • 1/3 cup melted butter
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon cinnamon Add more for a stronger flavor.
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 4×8 inch loaf pan.
  2. In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until smooth. Stir the melted butter into the mashed bananas.
  3. Mix in the baking soda and salt.
  4. Stir in the sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract.
  5. Mix in the flour until just incorporated.
  6. In a small bowl, combine brown sugar and cinnamon.
  7. Pour half of the banana batter into the prepared loaf pan. Sprinkle half of the cinnamon sugar mix on top. Pour in the remaining batter and top with the rest of the cinnamon sugar.
  8. Use a knife to swirl the batter gently.
Baking
  1. Bake for 60-65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  2. Let cool before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Calories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15g

Notes

Store your banana bread in an airtight container at room temperature for 2-3 days. For longer storage, freeze individual slices wrapped in plastic wrap.

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