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Moist Cinnamon Swirl Banana Bread Recipe

The Best Moist Cinnamon Swirl Banana Bread Recipe

  • Author: Adrian Ball
  • Total Time: 85 minutes
  • Yield: 1 loaf (8-10 slices) 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Moist and tender banana bread layered with a rich cinnamon sugar swirl, topped with caramelized banana slices and finished with a thick vanilla bean glaze.

Ingredients

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  • 3 large overripe bananas, mashed
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/4 cup full-fat sour cream
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for swirl)
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 fresh banana, sliced into coins
  • 1 teaspoon granulated sugar (for topping)
  • 1 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
  • 2 tablespoons whole milk (for glaze)
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla bean paste (for glaze)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F and prepare a 9×5
  2. inch loaf pan with butter and parchment paper.
  3. Mash the over
  4. ripe bananas in a large bowl until mostly smooth.
  5. Whisk melted butter into the bananas, then mix in sugar, eggs, sour cream, and vanilla.
  6. Sift flour, baking soda, and salt into the wet mixture and fold gently until combined.
  7. Mix 1/4 cup sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl for the swirl.
  8. Pour half the batter into the loaf pan and spread evenly.
  9. Sprinkle three
  10. quarters of the cinnamon sugar mixture over the batter.
  11. Add the remaining batter carefully on top and spread gently.
  12. Sprinkle the remaining cinnamon sugar on top.
  13. Use a knife to create a figure
  14. eight swirl through the batter without touching the bottom.
  15. Place banana slices on top and sprinkle with 1 teaspoon of sugar.
  16. Bake for 60–65 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  17. Cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  18. Whisk glaze ingredients until thick and drizzle over completely cooled bread.

Notes

Use very ripe bananas with dark skins for maximum sweetness and moisture. Do not overmix the batter to keep the crumb soft. Avoid over-swirling to maintain a defined cinnamon ribbon. Let the bread cool fully before glazing to prevent melting. Store covered at room temperature for 3 days or refrigerate up to 1 week. Freeze unglazed loaf for up to 3 months.

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 65 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice

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