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Cinnamon Swirl Banana Bread

Cinnamon Swirl Banana Bread

A delightful twist on classic banana bread with a sweet cinnamon swirl. Perfect for breakfast or a tasty snack.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 1 loaf
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Banana Bread
  • 3 g ripe bananas, mashed Use ripe bananas for best flavor
  • 80 ml melted butter Melt before mixing
  • 150 g sugar Adjust sweetness to taste
  • 1 g egg, beaten Beat lightly before adding
  • 5 ml vanilla extract Adds depth of flavor
  • 1 tsp baking soda Helps the bread rise
  • 1 tsp salt Enhances flavor
  • 180 g all-purpose flour Gives structure to the bread
Cinnamon Swirl
  • 67 g sugar Mix with cinnamon for swirl
  • 15 g ground cinnamon Creates the signature swirl

Equipment

  • Loaf Pan

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 4x8-inch loaf pan.
  2. In a mixing bowl, mash the bananas. Stir in the melted butter, sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract.
  3. Add the baking soda, salt, and flour. Mix until just combined.
  4. In a small bowl, mix the 1/3 cup sugar and cinnamon for the swirl.
  5. Pour half of the banana bread batter into the prepared pan. Sprinkle half of the cinnamon sugar mixture over the batter. Add the remaining batter, then top with the rest of the cinnamon sugar.
  6. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Notes

This banana bread is best served warm. Try adding walnuts or chocolate chips for extra flavor.