Cinnamon Swirl Banana Bread: The Best Comforting Treat for Home Bakers
This Cinnamon Swirl Banana Bread is the perfect comforting treat for home bakers, combining the rich flavors of ripe bananas and warm cinnamon.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Total Time: 85 minutes
- Yield: 1 loaf 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 3 ripe bananas
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan.
- In a mixing bowl, mash the bananas until smooth.
- Mix in the melted butter, then stir in the sugar, egg, and vanilla extract.
- Sprinkle the baking soda and salt over the mixture and mix well.
- Add the flour and gently combine until just incorporated.
- Pour half the batter into the prepared pan, sprinkle with cinnamon, and then add the remaining batter on top.
- Swirl a knife through the batter to create a marbled effect.
- Bake for 60-70 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow to cool before slicing and serving.
Notes
- For best results, use very ripe bananas.
- Serve warm for an extra comforting experience.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Cinnamon Swirl Banana Bread, banana bread, comfort food, baking