Cinnamon Swirled Banana Bread
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
melted, 2 sticks
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 and 1/2 cups mashed ripe banana
about 4 bananas
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
melted
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 3 tablespoons dark brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
- 6 thin slices of ripe banana
for garnishing
Directions
- 1
Preheat oven to 350°F. Lightly grease and flour a 9×5-inch loaf pan and set aside.
- 2
In a large bowl, melt the butter and let cool slightly. Whisk in the sugar then the eggs and vanilla. Stir in the flour and baking soda. Fold in the mashed bananas until just combined.
- 3
In a small bowl, use a fork to stir together the cinnamon sugar swirl ingredients until thick and well combined. If your swirl is too thick to swirl, add an additional tablespoon of melted butter until it is thin enough to swirl. Note: if it’s too thin, it will just spread and not hold its swirl as the loaf bakes.
- 4
Spread 1/4 of the batter (about 1 cup) evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan. Dollop 1/4 of the cinnamon sugar mixture (about 1 tablespoon) over the batter in the pan and then make a nice thick swirl through the batter with a table knife or bottom of a wooden spoon.
- 5
Place 1/3 of the remaining batter (about 1 cup) evenly over the first layer and swirl with 1/3 of the remaining cinnamon sugar mixture (about 1 tablespoon).
- 6
Place 1/2 of the remaining batter (about 1 cup) evenly over the second layer and swirl with 1/2 of the remaining cinnamon sugar mixture (about 1 tablespoon).
- 7
Spread the remaining batter evenly over the top and dollop with the remaining cinnamon sugar mixture. Make large swirls throughout the entire loaf. Place six thin banana slices down the middle of the batter.
- 8
Place loaf pan on a baking sheet in the middle rack of the oven and bake for 60-70 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. If the top of the bread is browned before the center is baked all the way through, tint the loaf with foil and let it continue to bake until the center is baked all the way through.
- 9
Let the bread cool in the pan for at least 30 minutes before removing to a wire rack to cool completely.
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About this Recipe
Craving that cozy, comforting aroma of homemade banana bread, but with an extra special twist? This Cinnamon Swirled Banana Bread recipe delivers a bakery-worthy treat right to your kitchen, elevating a classic comfort food to new heights.
What sets this recipe apart is the incredible swirls of buttery cinnamon sugar woven throughout, ensuring every bite is bursting with flavor. The generous amount of rich melted butter and plenty of mashed ripe bananas guarantee the moistest banana bread you've ever tasted, truly out of this world delicious. You'll love how the cinnamon sugar ribbons caramelize slightly as it bakes.
Prepare yourself for an unparalleled banana bread experience. You'll bite into a tender, exceptionally moist crumb, complemented by pockets of sweet, aromatic cinnamon goodness. The aroma alone is enough to make your mouth water, filling your home with a comforting warmth. Each slice offers a perfect balance of sweet banana and fragrant spice, making it a delightful indulgence that's both familiar and exciting.
While perfect as is, you can easily adapt this recipe to your preferences. For an added textural element, consider folding in a half cup of chopped walnuts or pecans into the batter. If you prefer a less intense cinnamon flavor, you could reduce the amount of ground cinnamon in the swirl. Out of dark brown sugar? A mix of granulated sugar and a touch of molasses can work in a pinch for that rich, deep flavor.
This Cinnamon Swirled Banana Bread is ideal for a leisurely breakfast, a comforting afternoon snack with coffee or tea, or even a simple dessert. Serve thick slices warm, perhaps with an extra pat of butter, to truly savor its moist texture and aromatic spices, especially with those beautiful thin slices of ripe banana on top.