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Cinnamon Roll Banana Bread Recipe

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This Cinnamon Roll Banana Bread combines the moist, sweet flavors of ripe bananas with a warm cinnamon swirl and a smooth powdered sugar glaze. Perfect for breakfast or a cozy snack, this loaf offers a delightful marbled effect reminiscent of cinnamon rolls in a simple, easy-to-make banana bread recipe.

Ingredients

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Bread Batter

  • 3 ripe bananas, mashed
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

Cinnamon Swirl

  • 1 tablespoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar

Glaze

  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1–2 tablespoons milk

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan to prepare for baking.
  2. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, thoroughly combine the mashed bananas, granulated sugar, brown sugar, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth and well blended.
  3. Add Dry Ingredients: Sprinkle the baking soda and salt over the mixture, then gently fold in the all-purpose flour until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the bread tender.
  4. Prepare Cinnamon Sugar: In a small bowl, stir together the granulated sugar and cinnamon. Set aside for layering.
  5. Layer the Batter: Pour half of the banana bread batter into the greased loaf pan, spreading evenly. Sprinkle half of the cinnamon sugar mixture on top to create the first cinnamon layer.
  6. Add Remaining Batter: Pour the remaining batter over the cinnamon sugar layer, then sprinkle the remaining cinnamon sugar evenly over the top.
  7. Swirl the Mixture: Use a knife or skewer to gently swirl the batter, creating a marbled cinnamon effect without overmixing.
  8. Bake: Place the loaf pan in the oven and bake for 50 to 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, indicating the bread is fully cooked.
  9. Cool: Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 to 15 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely for best texture.
  10. Prepare the Glaze: In a small bowl, mix the powdered sugar with 1 to 2 tablespoons of milk until smooth and drizzly, adjusting thickness as needed.
  11. Glaze the Bread: Once the banana bread has cooled completely, drizzle the glaze on top to add a sweet finishing touch.

Notes

  • Use very ripe bananas for maximum sweetness and moisture.
  • Do not overmix the batter; overworking can make the bread dense.
  • The cinnamon sugar swirl adds a delicious cinnamon roll flavor and a beautiful marbled effect.
  • Allow the bread to cool completely before glazing to prevent the glaze from melting off.
  • Store leftover banana bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.

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