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Cinnamon Roll Banana Bread

Cinnamon Roll Banana Bread: Your New Favorite Cozy Treat

Cinnamon Roll Banana Bread is a delightful blend of two beloved treats into one moist loaf, perfect for breakfast or dessert.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bread
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Consider using whole wheat flour for extra fiber.
  • 1 tsp baking soda The leavening agent for lift.
  • 0.5 tsp salt Balances sweetness and enhances flavors.
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter Melted for richness and moisture.
  • 0.75 cups brown sugar Adds moist sweetness.
  • 2 eggs Bind the ingredients.
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract Delivers a sweet aroma.
  • 3 ripe bananas The star ingredient for natural sweetness.
  • 0.5 cups milk Keeps batter smooth; can use almond milk.
  • 0.5 cups Greek yogurt Adds creaminess; can substitute regular yogurt.
  • 0.5 cups granulated sugar Sweetens the cinnamon swirl.
  • 1 tbsp ground cinnamon Infuses warm spice.
For the Cinnamon Swirl
  • 0.5 cups granulated sugar Combines with ground cinnamon.
  • 1 tbsp ground cinnamon The heartwarming spice.

Equipment

  • 9x5-inch loaf pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric Mixer
  • spatula

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, cream the melted butter and brown sugar until smooth.
  4. Add the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla, mashed bananas, milk, and yogurt until smooth.
  5. Fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
  6. In a small bowl, mix the granulated sugar and cinnamon together.
  7. Pour half of the banana batter into the prepared pan, sprinkle with half of the cinnamon sugar.
  8. Pour the rest of the batter on top and finish with the remaining cinnamon sugar.
  9. Swirl through the batter with a knife to create a marbled effect.
  10. Bake for 50-60 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  11. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  12. Slice and serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Use ripe bananas for maximum sweetness. Do not overmix the batter. Check for doneness at 50 minutes. Create distinct swirls to maintain cinnamon pockets. Cool before slicing.

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