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A golden-brown banana bread loaf with a cinnamon swirl visible on top, sliced to reveal moist interior with banana chunks, garnished with a cinnamon stick and banana slices, styled on a rustic wooden surface with a napkin and a cup of coffee in the background.

Delicious Homemade Cinnamon Swirl Banana Bread for Brunch

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A moist, flavorful banana bread with a cinnamon swirl running through it, perfect for breakfast or brunch gatherings.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Yield: 8 slices

Ingredients

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  • 3 ripe bananas, mashed
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a loaf pan.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine mashed bananas, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
  4. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  5. Pour half the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
  6. Mix remaining batter with additional cinnamon if desired, then pour over the first layer.
  7. Use a knife to swirl the batter for a marbled effect.
  8. Bake for 55-65 minutes, until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  9. Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • Ensure bananas are fully ripe for maximum flavor.
  • You can add chopped nuts or chocolate chips for variation.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 60 minutes
  • Method: Bake
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
  • Calories: 290 Kcal
  • Sugar: 14g
  • Sodium: 180mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 45mg