Description
A tender, flavorful banana bread swirled with a sweet cinnamon sugar ribbon for a marbled effect. This cozy loaf is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon treat, filling your home with the irresistible aroma of warm bananas and cinnamon.
Ingredients
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3 ripe bananas, mashed (about 345 g)
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113 g (½ cup) unsalted butter, melted
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200 g (1 cup) granulated sugar
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1 large egg, beaten
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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190 g (1½ cups) all-purpose flour
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1 tsp baking soda
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½ tsp salt
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2 tsp ground cinnamon
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50 g (¼ cup) brown sugar
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
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In a large bowl, mash bananas. Stir in melted butter, granulated sugar, egg, and vanilla until smooth.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Gently fold into the banana mixture until just combined.
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In a small bowl, mix cinnamon and brown sugar.
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Pour half the batter into the loaf pan. Sprinkle with half the cinnamon sugar. Add the remaining batter, then top with the rest of the cinnamon sugar.
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Lightly swirl the batter with a knife for a marbled effect.
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Bake for 60–70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cover with foil if browning too quickly.
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Cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Overripe bananas give the best flavor.
Don’t overmix the batter to keep the bread tender.
Only swirl the cinnamon mixture lightly for a defined marbled look.
Add ½ cup chopped walnuts or chocolate chips for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 65 minutes
- Category: Bread / Quick Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American