Cinnamon Roll Banana Bread
A delightful combination of cinnamon rolls and banana bread that is easy to make and deliciously flavorful.
Ingredients
For the bread
- 3 pieces ripe bananas, mashed Use very ripe bananas for best flavor.
- 1/3 cup melted butter Melt before adding.
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 pinch salt
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1 large egg, beaten Can be replaced with flax egg for vegan option.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour Could substitute with whole-wheat flour for more fiber.
For the cinnamon swirl
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
For the glaze
- to taste Cream cheese For topping before serving.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the mashed bananas and melted butter.
- Stir in the baking soda and salt.
- Mix in the sugar, egg, and vanilla.
- Add the flour and mix until just combined.
- In a small bowl, mix together the ground cinnamon and brown sugar.
Assembly
- Pour half of the batter into the prepared loaf pan and sprinkle half of the cinnamon mixture over it.
- Add the remaining batter and top with the rest of the cinnamon mixture.
- Use a knife to swirl the batter together.
Baking
- Bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let it cool, then top with cream cheese glaze before serving.
Notes
To keep your bread fresh, store in an airtight container. It lasts for 2-3 days at room temperature, up to a week in the refrigerator, and can be frozen for up to 3 months.