Homemade Cinnamon Swirl Banana Bread
Looking for a cozy and comforting treat? This Homemade Cinnamon Swirl Banana Bread is just what you need! It features moist, tender banana bread swirled with a rich cinnamon mixture that will fill your home with delightful aromas. Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert, this easy recipe is loved by both kids and adults alike. With simple ingredients and straightforward instructions, you can whip up this delicious banana bread in no time. Enjoy it fresh out of the oven or as a make-ahead option for busy weekdays—it’s sure to become a family favorite!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 sticks unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1.5 cups mashed ripe bananas (about 4 bananas)
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter (for swirl)
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar (for swirl)
- 3 tablespoons dark brown sugar (for swirl)
- 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon (for swirl)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
- In a bowl, mix melted butter and sugar until combined.
- Add eggs one at a time, followed by vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk flour and baking soda together; gradually mix into wet ingredients until just combined.
- Fold in mashed bananas gently.
- For the cinnamon swirl, combine melted butter, sugars, and cinnamon in a small bowl.
- Pour half of the batter into the pan; drizzle half of the cinnamon mixture on top. Repeat with remaining batter and swirl gently.
- Bake for about 60-70 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 178
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 144mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 37mg