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Cinnamon Roll Banana Bread

Cinnamon Roll Banana Bread: A Cozy Twist on Classic Flavor

Cinnamon Roll Banana Bread combines the comforting essence of ripe bananas and the sweetness of cinnamon rolls into one delightful loaf.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Banana Bread
  • 3 ripe bananas mashed
  • 0.5 cup granulated sugar can substitute with coconut sugar
  • 0.5 cup brown sugar light or dark can be used interchangeably
  • 0.33 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 2 large eggs room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract pure vanilla preferred
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda ensure freshness
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt balances sweetness
  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour gluten-free flour can be used as a substitute
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon freshly ground offers stronger aroma
For the Cinnamon Swirl
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup powdered sugar can be substituted with a sugar alternative
  • 2 tablespoons milk any type will do

Equipment

  • 9x5-inch loaf pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • skewer or butter knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, mash the 3 ripe bananas until smooth. Stir in the granulated sugar, brown sugar, melted unsalted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.
  3. Sprinkle the baking soda and salt over the mixture. Gradually add the flour while stirring gently until just combined.
  4. In a small bowl, mix 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar with 1 tablespoon of ground cinnamon and set aside.
  5. Pour half of the banana batter into the loaf pan. Sprinkle half of the cinnamon sugar mixture on top.
  6. Pour the remaining banana batter over the cinnamon layer. Sprinkle the rest of the cinnamon sugar mixture on top.
  7. Gently swirl through the batter with a skewer or knife.
  8. Bake for 50-60 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  9. Allow to cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  10. Whisk together 1 cup of powdered sugar and 2 tablespoons of milk to prepare the glaze.
  11. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled bread and let it set before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container. Can be frozen for up to 3 months. Reheat in microwave for warm slices.

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